Spine Curvatures Flashcards
What is convex curvature of the spine referred to as?
Kyphosis
What type of kyphosis is associated with the thoracic spine?
Normal Kyphosis
What is a potential consequence of hyper-kyphosis?
Muscular fatigue around the scapula or irritation of the rib joints
True or False: A healthy spine includes kyphosis.
True
What can lead to hyper-kyphosis?
Poor posture, disease (e.g., osteoporotic spinal fractures)
What effect can hyper-kyphosis have on breathing?
It may interfere with breathing
Fill in the blank: A healthy spine will include a thoracic spine _______.
kyphosis
What can hyper-kyphotic individuals experience due to their condition?
Loss of height
What is lordosis?
An increased concavity in the lumbar and cervical spine
Lordosis is a normal spinal curve that can be hyper-lordotic in some individuals.
What does a healthy spinal curve include?
Cervical spine and lumbar spine lordosis
A healthy spinal curve is essential for proper posture and spinal health.
What can cause hyper-lordosis?
Genetic/ethnic factors, musculoskeletal changes, obesity, pregnancy
Hyper-lordosis is often seen in Afro-Caribbean women and can be a normal adaptation during pregnancy.
What are potential consequences of a hyper-lordotic posture?
Muscular fatigue and inflammation of vertebral joints
The closer movement of vertebral joints can lead to pain and discomfort.
True or False: Hyper-lordosis is only caused by genetic factors.
False
Hyper-lordosis can also result from obesity, musculoskeletal changes, and normal adaptations during pregnancy.
What does scoliosis describe?
A lateral āSā shaped curve in the spine
Is scoliosis always symptomatic?
People often live with scoliosis and are asymptomatic
Can scoliosis be congenital or acquired?
Yes, people can be born with scoliosis or develop it throughout their life
What is a common age for the onset of scoliosis?
Often adolescent onset
What everyday imbalances can contribute to the development of scoliosis?
Carrying a rucksack on one shoulder
What is another common condition associated with scoliosis?
Leg length discrepancies
What can severe scoliosis cause?
Spinal nerve compression
