Posture Assessment and Spinal Curvatures

Flashcards covering abnormal spinal curvatures and posture assessment.

When assessing a client for posture, you may come across some __ curvatures along the spine.

abnormal

Severe cases of abnormal curvatures can be classified into three types: Kyphosis, __, and Lordosis.

Scoliosis

__ appears as an abnormal curve in the upper back and shoulders, specifically in the thoracic region.

Kyphosis

Kyphosis is common in people who work at desks for long periods, women with larger breasts, or __ people.

tall

__ is an abnormal curve that pulls the spine to the left or right, creating a 'C' or 'S' shape.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is also known as a __ curvature of the spine.

lateral

__ is an abnormal curve in the lower back.

Lordosis

Lordosis is common in __ as women lean back to compensate for the extra weight at the front.

pregnancy

If you see any of the above conditions in your client, you should refer them to their __ before going ahead with the treatment.

GP