Explain how abnormal spinal curvatures differ from one another
Scoliosis
-A condition where your spine curves too much to the side
-"C" or "S" curve
Most common in: Adolescents
Symptoms: Backache or lower back pain; Uneven hips or shoulders; fatigue of the spine after sitting or standing for a period of time
-"C" or "S" curve
Most common in: Adolescents
Symptoms: Backache or lower back pain; Uneven hips or shoulders; fatigue of the spine after sitting or standing for a period of time
Kyphosis
-A curving of the spine that that causes a bowing or rounding of the upper back
Most common in: Adults
Symptoms: Difficulty breathing; fatigue; mild back pain; tenderness and stiffness in the spine
Most common in: Adults
Symptoms: Difficulty breathing; fatigue; mild back pain; tenderness and stiffness in the spine
Lordosis
-An increased curving of the spine in the lumbar region
Most common in: Any age
Symptoms: Makes the buttocks appear more prominent; causes lower back pain
Most common in: Any age
Symptoms: Makes the buttocks appear more prominent; causes lower back pain