Bone Deformities

Question 1

Kyphosis

Answer 1

Abnormally rounded upper curvature of the spine

hunchback

Question 2

Scoliosis

Answer 2

Sideways curve of a spine that usually assumes an S or a C shape 

Question 3

Talipes

Answer 3

Is a deformity in which an infants foot is turned inward

(Clubfoot)

Question 4

Pectus Excavatum

Answer 4

A condition in which a person’s breast bone is sunken into his or her chest

Question 5

Pectus Carinatum

Answer 5

Also called pigeon chest, is a deformity of the chest, characterized by a protrusion of the sternum and ribs


Question 6

Radial dysplasia (radio club hand)

Answer 6

A congenital disorder resulting in the radial deviation of the wrist and shortening of the forearm 

Question 7

Tickets (osteomalacia)

Answer 7

Softening and weakening of bones in children, usually because of an extreme and prolonged vitamin D, deficiency

Question 8

Paget’s Disease

Answer 8

Caused by the excessive breakdown and formation of bone, followed by disorganized bone remodeling. This causes affected bone to weaken, resulting in pain, misshapen bones, fractures, and arthritis in the joints near the affected bones.