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The supraspinous ligament extends from the sacrum to C7 where it merges with the nuchal ligament. Its role is to limit flexion of the spine.
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Supraspinous ligament
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The interspinous ligament extends from the C1 axis to S1. Anteriorly, it connects with ligamentum flavum and posteriorly, it connects to the supraspinous ligament. Its role is to limit flexion of the spine.
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Interspinous ligament
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The posterior longitudinal ligament extends from the C2 axis vertebra to the sacrum along the vertebral canal on the posterior aspect of the vertebral bodies. The function of this ligament is to help prevent posterior disc herniations along with weakly resisting vertebral hyperflexion.
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Posterior longitudinal ligament
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The anterior longitudinal ligament extends from the pelvic surface of the sacrum to the anterior tubercle of vertebra C1 and the occipital bone. It covers and connects the anterolateral aspects of the vertebral bodies and intervertebral discs. It prevents hyperflexion and limits extension of the spine.
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Anterior longitudinal ligament
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The intertransverse ligament is found between a superior transverse process and the transverse process of the vertebra below it. Its role is to limit lateral flexion of the spine.
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Intertransverse ligament
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Spinal Cord Compression
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Neurology
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A 42-year-old male presents with neuropathic back pain. It does not radiate anywhere and is sharp in nature. The doctor orders an MRI which shows that there is a posterior disc herniation at T9.

Which ligament is affected in this patient to allow a posterior disc herniation?
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