Atlanto-axial joint Totally Explained

Everything about the Atlanto-axial Joint totally explained

The Atlanto-axial joint (articulation of the atlas with the axis) is of a complicated nature, comprising no fewer than four distinct joints.
There is a pivot articulation between the odontoid process of the axis and the ring formed by the anterior arch and the transverse ligament of the atlas.

Lateral and medial joints

Here there are two joints:

one between the posterior surface of the anterior arch of the atlas and the front of the odontoid process
the other between the anterior surface of the ligament and the back of the process

Between the articular processes of the two bones there's on either side an arthrodial or gliding joint.

Ligaments

The ligaments connecting these bones are:

Articular capsules

Anterior atlantoaxial ligament

Posterior atlantoaxial ligament

Transverse ligament of the atlasFurther Information

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