Spinal Principles

Question 1

The amount and direction of intrinsic motion in the spine is primarily determined by:

Answer 1

the bony anatomy of the spine

Question 2

Which one of the following is not one of the three main goals of spinal orthotic treatment:

Answer 2

Increased respiratory capacity

Question 3

To reduce the load on the vertebral bodies with discogenic pathologies:

Answer 3

Extend the spine

Question 4

The construction of a Knight LSO consists of:

Answer 4

• paraspinal bars
• lateral bars
• pelvic band
• thoracic band

Question 5

The Williams LSO for treatment of spondylisthesis:

Answer 5

Allows flexion, prevents extension