APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SOFT TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What term describes the lateral curvature of the spine that can be aggravated by some sports?
A
Kyphosis
B
Lordosis
C
Scoloiosis
D
Spondylolysis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. It is most often diagnosed in childhood or early adolescence.

Detailed explanation-2: -In some severe cases, surgery may be needed. Most people with scoliosis can have normal, active lives with treatment. Support groups can help. These are available for children and teens, and their parents.

Detailed explanation-3: -Scoliosis is described in two ways, depending on the direction the spine curves: levoscoliosis (spinal curve to the left) or dextroscoliosis (spinal curve to the right). 1 You can have one or more curves of the spine of varying curvature, and each curve can involve a small or large area of the spine.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lordosis is the inward curve of the lumbar spine (just above the buttocks). A small degree of lordosis is normal. Too much curving is called swayback. The spine is divided into several sections. The cervical vertebrae make up the neck.

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