Unit 1 The Spine and its structure Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 5 parts of the spine?
A
Cervical Spine Thoracic Spine Lumbar Spine Sacrum Coccyx
2
Q
What does the Cervical Spine allow?
A
Allows rotation for example turning your head
3
Q
What does the Thoracic Spine allow?
A
Allows the same movement as the Cervical Spine but in smaller ranges
4
Q
What does the Lumbar Spine allow?
A
Same movement as the two above but the movement is very limited
5
Q
What movement does the Sacrum allow?
A
No movement
6
Q
Reasons for a poor positioned spine (3)
A
- Driving and sitting at desk
- Exercise or Sport imbalances
- Age related or Medical conditions
7
Q
What is scoliosis?
A
A lateral curve of more than 10 degrees
8
Q
What is Hyperkyphosis?
A
(Hunchback) The muscles at the front of the chest and upper back are short and the muscles of the middle back are lengthened
9
Q
What is Hyperlordosis?
A
(Hollow Back) The abdominal muscles are weaker and the back muscles are short and tight
