Cervical Vertebrae Collection

Upper body skeleton, computer artwork
Upper body skeleton. Computer artwork of a human skeleton showing the bones of the upper body. At the top is the base of the skull and the jaw bone

Neck vertebrae extended, X-ray
Bending of the neck. Coloured X-ray of a side view of the neck of a man showing extension of healthy cervical vertebrae (bones)

Anatomy of the human brain, lithograph, published in 1876
Anatomy of the human brain. Lithograph, published in 1876

Normal lateral view of a mans head and neck with a skull
Anatomy, Diagram, Illustration, Spine, Medical, Neck, Biology, Disks, Disk, See Through, Cut Out, White Background, Profile, Vertical, Artwork, Male Likeness, Color Image, Healthcare And Medicine

Normal side view of an adult skull showing the spinal cord
Anatomy, Diagram, Illustration, Spine, Bone, Teeth, Skull, Medical, Biology, Disks, Side View, Cut Out, White Background, Vertical, Artwork, Color Image, Human Skull, Healthcare And Medicine

Cervical vertebrae anatomy illustration 1866
Atlas d anatomie descriptive du corps humain C. Bonamy - Paul Broca Victor Masson et Fils Paris 1866

Anatomy of human vertebral column, left lateral view

Anatomy of male human skeleton, front view and back view

Neck muscles and nerves, artwork
Neck and upper back muscles (pink) and nerves (yellow), computer artwork. The large opaque muscle covering most of the upper back is the trapezius

Suboccipital muscles and nerve, artwork C014 / 5097
Suboccipital muscles. Computer artwork of the back of the base of the skull showing nerves (yellow) and the suboccipital muscles (pink)

Dislocated neck bones, X-ray
X-ray (side view) of the neck in a 57 year old patient showing dislocated vertebral bones (C5-C6) after a car accident

Healthy spine of the neck, X-ray
X-ray (side view) of the neck of an adult patient, showing healthy cervical vertebrae (spine bones) of the neck. The skull (at top) is tilted back, with the shoulders at lower frame

Human skeleton, cervical vertebrae, curve and skull, rear view, close up

Cross section biomedical illustration of vertebral column in neck showing cervical curve and cervical vertebrae, close-up

Human body showing skeletal system, arteries, veins, and nervous system
Medical illustration of human body showing skeletal system, arteries, veins, and nervous system

3D rendering of human skeletal system, rear view

Back view of human skeleton with nervous system, arteries and veins

Human skeleton showing teeth and gums

Back view of female body with skeletal system superimposed

X-ray view of human skeleton showing teeth and gums

Musculoskeletal (locomotor) system, Vertebral column or spine, Osteoarthritis, Deformation of the cervical spine
Medicine - Anatomy - Pathology - Diagnostic Imaging - Radiology - Orthopedics - Musculoskeletal (locomotor) system - Skeleton - Vertebral column or spine - Osteoarthritis - Deformation of

Vertebral joints of the neck, artwork C016 / 6551
Vertebral joints of the neck. Artwork of the bones (yellow) and ligaments (blue) of the cervical (neck) region of the spine (vertebral column)

Neck muscle, artwork C014 / 5019
Neck muscle. Computer artwork showing the splenius capitis muscle of the neck. This muscle is attached to the upper thoracic (chest) and lower cervical (neck) vertebre and the base of the skull

Neck muscle, artwork C014 / 5022
Neck muscle. Computer artwork showing the splenius capitis muscle of the neck. This muscle is attached to the upper thoracic (chest) and lower cervical (neck) vertebre and the base of the skull

Neck muscle, artwork C014 / 5018
Neck muscle. Computer artwork showing the splenius capitis muscle of the neck. This muscle is attached to the upper thoracic (chest) and lower cervical (neck) vertebre and the base of the skull

Bones of the torso, artwork
Bones of the torso and neck, computer artwork. At centre is the spine. The cervical (neck) spine is yellow, the thoracic (upper) spine is red and the lumbar (lower) spine is maroon

Upper back anatomy, artwork
Upper back anatomy, computer artwork. The muscles either side of the neck that attach to the shoulder blades (scapulae) are the levator scapulae muscles

Nuchal ligament, artwork
Nuchal ligament. Computer artwork showing the bones of the neck and head, and the nuchal ligament (white, down centre of spine). Ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect bones

Suboccipital muscles and nerve, artwork C014 / 5099
Suboccipital muscles. Computer artwork of the back of the base of the skull showing nerves (yellow) and the suboccipital muscles (pink)

Suboccipital muscles and nerve, artwork C014 / 5098
Suboccipital muscles. Computer artwork of the back of the base of the skull showing nerves (yellow) and the suboccipital muscles (pink)

Neck muscles, artwork C014 / 5069
Neck muscles. Computer artwork showing the muscles at the front of the neck. The two muscles going down the length of the cervical spine are the longus colli muscles

Neck muscles, artwork C014 / 5070
Neck muscles. Computer artwork showing the muscles at the front of the neck. The two muscles going down the length of the cervical spine are the longus colli muscles

Neck muscles, artwork C014 / 5067
Neck muscles. Computer artwork showing the muscles at the front of the neck. The two muscles going down the length of the cervical spine are the longus colli muscles

Neck muscles, artwork C014 / 5066
Neck muscles. Computer artwork showing the muscles at the front of the neck. The two muscles going down the length of the cervical spine are the longus colli muscles

Neck muscles, artwork C014 / 5065
Neck muscles. Computer artwork showing the muscles at the front of the neck. The two muscles going down the length of the cervical spine are the longus colli muscles

Neck vertebrae flexed, X-ray
Bending of the neck. Coloured X-ray of a side view of the neck of a man showing flexion of healthy cervical vertebrae (bones)

Neck vertebrae extended, X-ray
Bending of the neck. Coloured X-ray of a side view of the neck of a man showing extension of healthy cervical vertebrae (bones)

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The cervical vertebrae, also known as the neck vertebrae, play a crucial role in supporting and protecting the upper body. In an X-ray image, these bones can be seen extending from the base of the skull down to the top of the thoracic spine. When depicted in computer artwork showcasing the entire upper body skeleton, their significance becomes evident. Dating back to 1876, a lithograph provides an intricate view of human brain anatomy alongside these cervical vertebrae. Meanwhile, another illustration from 1866 focuses solely on dissecting and understanding their structure. From different angles and perspectives, various images shed light on this vital part of our skeletal system. A normal lateral view showcases both a man's head and neck with his skull intact while highlighting how they connect to form a healthy spinal cord. Similarly, a side view emphasizes how these vertebrae align within an adult skull. To truly grasp their complexity and function within our bodies, it is essential to explore related elements such as neck muscles and nerves or suboccipital muscles and nerves – all beautifully depicted through detailed artwork. When examining medical imagery like X-rays or cross-sectional biomedical illustrations that zoom in on specific areas like the cervical curve or individual cervical vertebrae themselves – we gain insight into potential issues that may arise if not properly cared for. Ultimately, whether viewed through historical lithographs or modern-day digital renderings - studying the anatomy allows us to appreciate their integral role in maintaining a healthy spine and overall well-being.