Week 5-Torso functional anatomy SUP Flashcards
1
Q
Intervertebral Disc?
A
Nucleus pulposus
Annulus fibrosus
2
Q
Breathing Musculature - Inhalation
A
Diaphragm contraction flattens from concave shape
3
Q
Breathing Musculature - Exhalation
A
Generally passive relaxation of diaphragm and increasing air pressure
4
Q
Lumbar Disc Injuries
A
Disc is compressed in flexion and lateral flexion
Further stressed with torsion of rotation
(Seen in fast bowlers)
5
Q
How many cervical vertebrae are there?
A
7
6
Q
How many thoracic vertebrae are there?
A
12
7
Q
How many lumbar vertebrae are there?
A
5
8
Q
What are the other 2 of the spinal column?
A
Sacrum
Coccyx
9
Q
Thoracic curve equals?
A
Kyphosis
10
Q
Lumbar Curve equals?
A
Lordosis