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facet joint

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facet joint,
synovial joint between articular processes (zygapophytes) of the vertebrae. Also called zygapophyseal joint.

facet joint
Zygapophyseal joint Orthopedics The synovial joint between the articular processes of the vertebral bodies


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The diagnostic validity and therapeutic value of lumbar facet joint nerve blocks with or without adjuvant agents.
Magnetic resonance imaging of the spine showed erosive bone changes around the facet joints of the L5 and S1 vertebrae.
nbsp;at least partially mounted in a lumen artificially formed between superior and inferior halves of a facet joint, and an elastomeric cushioning element disposed in the facet prosthesis.
 
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