2006-09-05 11:55:22 · 17 answers · asked by tc312005 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
There are different types of spine deformations.
Lordosis: the lower curvature of the spine is too marked, so that the trunk appears "thrown forward" and the buttocks are more prominent.
http://www.sciaticpaintreatment.com/images/lordosis.jpg
Kyphosis: the upper (trunk) curvature is accentuated, so that the person develops a "humpback" appearance.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/images/ency/fullsize/9499.jpg
Kyphosis and lordosis often occur in combination.
Scoliosis: a lateral bend of the spine, so that it's not situated along the sagittal plane. This is what it looks like compared to the normal condition:
http://www.youngwomenshealth.org/Images/picture1-scoliosis.jpg
2006-09-05 12:09:49 · answer #1 · answered by Calimecita 7 · 9⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the curvature:
Kyphosis - is a leaning forward curve (a pronouced Kpyhosis will give you a hunched-back). The spine has a natural kyphosis in the thoracic (chest) region.
Lordosis - is a leaning back curve. The spine has a natural Lordosis in the Lumbar region (just above the pelvis).
Scoliosis (a side-to-side or lateral curvature of the spine). The spine should not, under normal circumstances, have a natural scoliosis.
So, when people talk about a curvature of the spine requiring treatment, they are usually referring to a scoliosis. However, a severe kyphosis, usually as a result of osteoporosis, may also require treatment.
2006-09-05 12:11:24 · answer #2 · answered by Matthew 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scoliosis
• Scoliosis isn't a disease.
• Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. All spines have curves, but it's referred to as scoliosis when there are abnormal side-to-side curves in the spinal column.
• The curve can either be a 'C' shape or an 'S' Shape. As the spine curves to the side the ribs consequently twist, causing a hump on one side of the spine.
• Over 80% of cases are idiopathic, which means that there is no known cause. Other known causes can include congenital spine deformities, genetic conditions, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy.
• There is no cure for scoliosis, only corrective treatment for the twisting and curving spine.
• There are three basic types of treatments for scoliosis: observation, orthopaedic bracing, and surgery.
2006-09-05 12:10:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One condition is scoliosis. Young and old people can have this condition. Some people re given a brace to wear to straighten the curve. Arhritis of the spine can also cause deformity. A "Dowager"s hump" causes a visible hump at the top of the spine making the spine look curved. Arthritis and steroid usage are known to cause this type of h ump on the upper back.
2006-09-05 13:59:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What Is Scoliosis?
The word scoliosis (say: sko-lee-oh-sus) comes from a Greek word meaning crooked. If you have scoliosis, you're not alone. About three out of every 100 people have some form of scoliosis, though for many people it's not much of a problem. For a small number of people, the curve gets worse as they grow and they may need a brace or an operation to correct it.
2006-09-05 12:28:58 · answer #5 · answered by jennifermlayne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scoliosis
2006-09-05 11:59:08 · answer #6 · answered by Babsi71 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The spine is made of three 'regions'. The lower back is the lumbar region, the middle and upper back is the thoracic region and the neck is the cervical spine. The area you mean is the thoracic spine.
2016-03-17 08:51:20 · answer #7 · answered by Michele 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scoliosis is a condition that involves complex lateral and rotational curvature and deformity of the spine.
Please see the webpage for more details on Scoliosis.
2006-09-06 03:37:09 · answer #8 · answered by gangadharan nair 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Phillip
2006-09-05 12:09:14 · answer #9 · answered by patrickrolink 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Kyphosis, lordosis, or scoliosis
2006-09-05 12:03:12 · answer #10 · answered by vaio_2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋