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Transverse Atlas Ligament: Anatomy

Did you know that the atlas is the first cervical vertebra in your spine? It owes its name to the god Atlas, who is said to have supported the world on his shoulders. The atlas is responsible for maintaining your head! One of the most important structures in the atlas is the transverse ligament. This ligament helps to...

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