step 3 Flashcards
1
Q
what happens at step 3
A
observation of the back
2
Q
what are we looking to observe for? and in what position?
A
ask the patient to stand and observe for
kyphosis
lordosis
scoliosis
then ask the patient to bend over
3
Q
what is kyphosis ?
A
outward curve of the upper back
4
Q
what is lordosis ?
A
inward curve of the lower back
5
Q
what is scoliosis
A
s shape curve of the spine
6
Q
what will be more pronounced when leaned forward?
A
kyphosis
7
Q
what is reduced when leant forward
A
lordosis
