Flashcards in Scoliosis Definitions Deck (13)
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Apical Vertebra
Most rotated and laterally placed vertebra within a curve
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Double Major Curve
Two structural curves that are within 10 degrees of each other
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Menarche
Beginning of the menstrual cycle
usually around 12-13 years of age
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Major curve
Largest curve; usually the most vertebral rotation
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Minor Curve
Smaller curve; usually has the least degree of vertebral rotation
Evaluate to analyze if the curve is compensatory
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Peak height velocity
Growth rate of at least 9cm/year
calculated by standing height measurements of 6 month intervals for a minimum of 2 1/2 years
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Risser Sign
Indication of skeletal maturity; 5 grades
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Tanner Sign
Development of secondary sexual characteristics; 5 stages
Examples, growth of breast tissue in females and "voice change" in males
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Scoliosis
Lateral curvature of the spine greater than 10 degrees
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Non-structural curve
Rotary component will correct upon lateral flexion
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Structural Curve
Rigid rotary component; will not connect during lateral flexion
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Compensatory Curve
Curve that develops secondary to a primary curve to maintian body alignment
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