There are 3 ATLANTOAXIAL JOINTS:
2 Yes joints and 1 No joint

The "yes" joint is a uniaxial, hinge joint capable of flexion and extension.

1 joint between the right inferior articular facet of atlas and the right superior articular facet of axis
1 joint between the left inferior articular facet of atlas and the left superior articular facet of axis


The "no" joint is a uniaxial, pivot joint capable of rotation.

1 joint between the anterior arch of atlas and the dens of axis


Back to JOINTS