APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SOFT TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lower or lumbar spine
A
Scoliosis
B
Kyphosis
C
Lordosis
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lordosis is an increase in the curve toward the front of your body that’s naturally part of your cervical and lumbar spine. Scoliosis causes your spine to curve and rotate to the side. It’s most common in kids and teens.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lordosis is an exaggerated inward curve of the spine that typically affects the lower back, a condition called lumbar lordosis. Less often, children develop a pronounced inward curve of the neck, cervical lordosis. Lordosis can affect people of all ages.

Detailed explanation-3: -For most people, lordosis does not cause significant health problems. But it’s important to maintain a healthy spine since the spine is responsible for much of our movement and flexibility. Not treating lordosis could lead to long-term discomfort and an increased risk of problems with the: spine.

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