scoliosis Flashcards
1
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what is it and what re the types
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lateral deviation of spinal column from the median accompanied by rotation of vertebrae
1 - c shaped
2 - s shaped
2
Q
c - shaped scoliosis
A
curve to one side (whichever side is convex)
unequal shoulder and psis height
unequal scapular positioning from median
inferior angle is lower
distortion of ribcage
2
Q
s shaped scoliosis
A
2 curves with deviations on both sides. 1 prime curve _ compensatory lower down
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