Topic 7 - Lumbar Spine

Question 1

The lumbar spine has a number of qualities that enhance its ability to bear ______.

Answer 1

Weight

Question 2

Some qualities of the ______ spine include:
- Large vertebral bodies
- Intervertebral discs
- Lordotic curvature
- Many strong ligaments
- Muscular support from many segmental and global muscles, as well as dense thoracolumbar fascia

Answer 2

Lumbar