Skeletal System
What is at the top of the head?
Cranium
Can you prevent Scolosis?
No prevention method
Risk factors for Lordosis?
- spine surgery
- vertebral body injuries
- hip disorder
What causes Kyphosis?
Several bone wedging together of the spine (vertebrae)
How many bones are in the skeletal system?
206
How is this disorder treated?
Observation, bracing, and surgery
How is this disorder diagnosed?
An x-ray of the spine and clincal exam
Will there need to be surgery necessary?
Surgery is only needed in severe cases of Kyphosis
What is the skeletal system?
The body system composed of the bones and cartilage
What are some common symptoms?
- uneven shoulders
- uneven waist
- one side of rib cage jutting forward
Who is most affected by Lordosis?
Adults older then 50
What age is typical for this disorder?
Between 12 and 15 years old