Postural Deformities Flashcards
Describe what the natural spine curvature looks like…
Slight inward curvature (Cervical area), Slight outward curvature (Thoracic area), Slight inward curvature (Lumbar area)
What are the three main causes of unnatural spine curves or postural deformities?
- Congenital
- Environmental
- Trauma
How might Congenital factors influence postural deformity?
Issues at birth or hereditary factors affect
How might Environmental factors influence postural deformity?
Sitting or standing incorrectly.
Sedentary workers.
How might Trauma influence postural deformity?
Accidents
What is meant by Kyphosis?
An exaggerated outward (posterior) curvature of the cervical spine
What is meant by Lordosis?
An exaggerated inward (toward anterior) curvature of the lumbar spine
What is meant by Scoliosis?
A sideways curvature of the spine
The fictional character Quasi Modo (Hunchback of Notre Dame) had what postural deformity?
Kyphosis
