Spine Flashcards
1
Q
What are the sections of the spine?
A
Cervical Thoracic Lumbar Sacrum Coccyx
2
Q
What are the two types of curves in the spine?
A
Kyphosis
Lordosis
3
Q
What type of curve is Kyphosis?
A
Convex
4
Q
What type of curve is lordosis?
A
Concave
5
Q
What type of curve is each section of the spine?
A
Cervical- lordosis Thoracic- kyphosis Lumar - lordosis Sacrum - kyphosis Coccyx - none
6
Q
What is scoliosis?
A
A lateral deviation and rotational deformity if the spine
Affects pelvic and shoulder girdles
Affects bone, cartlidge and muscles of the spine
