Kyphosis: Understanding the Condition
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What is kyphosis primarily characterized by?

  • An exaggeration of anterior thoracic curvature
  • An exaggeration of posterior thoracic curvature (correct)
  • An increase in lumbar spinal curvature
  • A lack of spinal curvature
  • In which part of the spine are kyphotic curves most commonly found?

  • Lumbar spine
  • Cervical spine
  • Thoracic or thoracolumbar spine (correct)
  • Sacral spine
  • Which term describes a severe form of kyphosis?

  • Lordosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Hyperkyphosis (correct)
  • Hypokyphosis
  • What is a common visual description for individuals with kyphosis?

    <p>Hunched back or humpback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might diagrams of spinal curvatures be used for?

    <p>To visualize differences in spinal curvatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary indication for surgical intervention in postural kyphosis management?

    <p>Progressive deformity beyond 70 degrees for Scheuermann's kyphosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT recommended as part of the management for postural kyphosis?

    <p>Using surgical instrumentation immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common symptoms that may warrant surgical intervention for kyphosis?

    <p>Numbness, paraesthesia, and muscle spasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is part of the instrumentation used for surgical procedures in spinal deformity correction?

    <p>Rods and screws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In managing postural kyphosis, what is the purpose of physical therapy?

    <p>To strengthen paravertebral muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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