spine irregularities

Question 1

Lordosis

Answer 1

– extreme curvature of

lumbar region

• caused by strength imbalance b/w
  lower back muscle and weakened
  ab muscles
• Causes forward tilt of pelvis & back
  pain

Question 2

Kyphosis

Answer 2

– extreme curvature of
thoracic region

• Called “swimmer’s back”
• Caused by abnormal epiphyseal
  plate growth
• Develops in older women with
  osteoporosis

Question 2

Scoliosis

Answer 2

– lateral deviation(s) in spine
- Congential scoliosis – present at birth.
- Neuromuscular scoliosis – caused by
nervous system problem (cerebral palsy,
muscular dystrophy, etc.)
- Signs: One shoulder is elevated, pelvis is
tilted
- Problems: Breathing, pain, self-esteem.