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Spinal Deviations
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- 1HyperkyphosisExaggeration of the normal curvature of the thoracic spine.
Anything above 40 degrees. - 2HyperlordosisExaggerated curve of the lumbar spine.
Can lead to degeneration of spinal joints and discs. - 3ScoliosisLateral deviation of the spinal column that may or may not include rotation or deformity of the vertebrae.
Structural or postural. - 4Cleft PalateA failure of the palatine processes of the maxillary bones to unite during embryonic development.
- 5SpondylolysisStructural defect in a vertebra that leads to its weakness and impaired weight-bearing capacity.
L5 affected 90% of the time. - 6Patellofemoral Syndrome [Chondromalacia Patella]Chondromalacia patella is the softening and breakdown of the cartilage that lines the underside of the kneecap
- 7Dislocations and SubluxationsDislocation is the temporary displacement of two bones at the joint with complete loss of contact between the articulating surfaces.
Subluxation = similar but less severe symptoms
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- College International Academy of Massage (Path 3 - Bone and Joint) Karteikarten am Spinal Deviations , erstellt von ashleylucas21 am 02/03/2015.
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