Postural defects

Question 1

neutral spine

Answer 1

refers to good posture; 3 natural curves. when viewing from the anterior it should be completely vertical

Question 2

kyphosis

Answer 2

the excessive outward curve (spine bends from front to back) of the thoracic region. gives a hunchback appearance. this is often caused by poor posture but can be caused by deformities of the vertebrae

Question 3

scoliosis

Answer 3

abnormal curvature of the spine either to the left or to the right. most common in the thoracic region, causes are unknown