Posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra

Definition

The posterior arch of a cervical vertebra forms about two-fifths of the circumference of the ring: it ends behind in the posterior tubercle, which is the rudiment of a spinous process and gives origin to the Recti capitis posteriores minores. The diminutive size of this process prevents any interference with the movements between the atlas and the skull.

Also known as posterior costal tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra, posterior tubercle of cervical vertebra, tuberculum cervicales posterius vertebrae — per UBERON

The Posterior tubercle of transverse process of cervical vertebra is a part of the Musculoskeletal.