🦴 The Atlas Vertebra: The Gateway to Head Movement 🦴 The atlas vertebra (C1) is the first vertebra of the cervical spine and the key supporter of your skull. It works with the axis (C2) and occipital bone to enable essential head movements like nodding and turning. Unlike other vertebrae, the atlas lacks a vertebral body and instead forms a unique ring structure. This allows it to provide both stability and mobility, making it one of the most specialized parts of your spine. Our latest animati