2nd Cervical Vertebrae

The Axis

Bone Classification

• Irregular

Bony Features

• Foramen Transversarium of 2nd Cervical Vertebrae
• Odontoid Process
• Spinous process of 2nd Cervical Vertebrae
• Superior articular facet of 2nd Cervical Vertebrae
• Transverse process of 2nd Cervical Vertebrae

Structures Attaching to Bony Features as Origin

• Transverse process of 2nd Cervical Vertebrae
  • Levator Scapulae

Structures Attaching to Bony Features as Insertion

• Spinous process of 2nd Cervical Vertebrae
  • Ligamentum Nuchae