Cervical Facet Identification
Nov 21, 2025Cervical facet identification made simple.
Use the nerve roots and vertebral body anatomy to confirm your level, then roll posteriorly to visualise the joint. Remember: the facet is named from the level above - the joint at the 5th nerve root is C4/5.
Always confirm in both short and long axis for confidence in your scan.
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