Study Design. Study analyses dimensions, angular orientations, and symmetry of articular
facets at the L5–S1 junction associated with transitional anomalies comprising (1) L5–S1 …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Transitional states of vertebrae at the lumbosacral junction are
associated with low back pain. Lumbarization may present as partial (incomplete separation …

In light of advancements in imaging techniques and basic science studies, this study proposes
modifications in the existing Castellvi’s classification for better clinical and biomechanical …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Research on lumbosacral transitional vertebra (LSTV) has
yielded important information on the structural alterations of the sacrum associated with LSTV. …

Object Although the area at the auricular surface defines the magnitude of weight transmission
to the hip bones, this study proposes that the position of the auricular surfaces may also …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Spines with sacralized fifth lumbar vertebrae are quite commonly
encountered. Sacralizations represent a transitional state at lumbosacral junctions and are …

Object Low-back pain (LBP) has been associated with lumbar spines of normal morphology
as well as those with L5–S1 “transitional” vertebrae. It is hard to find literature that quantifies …

OF BACKGROUND DATA: The talus and the calcaneus share the bulk of load transmitted
from the leg to the skeleton of the foot. The present study analyses the inter-relationship …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Occurrence of transitional vertebrae at the lumbosacral junction,
especially accessory lumbosacral articulations (partial sacralization of the L5 vertebrae), is …

Purpose An array of diversity in sacral anatomy including lumbosacral transitional variations
is commonly found in the general population. These anatomical variations involve …