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Structure and Function of the Vertebral Column
Structure and Functionof the Vertebral ColumnSpine 33 Vertebral segments divided into 5 segments Cervical: 7 vertebrae Thoracic: 12 vertebrae Lumbar: 5 vertebrae Sacral: 5 vertebrae, fused in the adult Coccygeal: 4 vertebrae, also fused in adultSpinal Column ViewsNormal Curvature of Spine Lordosis: set in a curve that has its convexity anteriorly and concavity posteriorly Kyphosis: set in a curve that has its concavity anteriorly and convexity posteriorly Purpose To absorb ground reaction forces To transmit load of upper body throughout lower bodyWhich segments are lordoticand which are kyphotic?What does this do to the lordosisin the lumbar spine?How would you describe this woman s thoracic spine?Normal line of gravity lateral viewOther methods of assessing posture Anterior view Posterior view For both, looking for symmetry of bony landmarks from both sides Postural AssessmentIdeal Posture There is no normal posture.
Other methods of assessing posture •Anterior view •Posterior view –For both, looking for symmetry of bony landmarks from both sides
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