Articular Facet Tubercle of Rib Anatomy in 3D

The portion of the rib tubercle that articulates with the transverse process of a vertebra. Osteoarthritis of these costotransverse joints can mimic the pain of a herniated disc or rib fracture.

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Related structures

Sixth Rib Tubercle of Rib Head of Rib (Articular Facets) Angle of Rib Articular Facet of Head of Radius Articular Facet of Lateral Malleolus Articular Facet of Medial Malleolus Body of Rib