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Which vertebral abnormality is characterized by an exaggerated posterior curvature?
Which vertebral abnormality is characterized by an exaggerated posterior curvature?
- Scoliosis
- Lordosis
- Spina Bifida
- Kyphosis (correct)
Why is it advised to tighten abdominal muscles during lifting?
Why is it advised to tighten abdominal muscles during lifting?
- To act like a balloon expanding the spine (correct)
- To decrease intra-abdominal pressure
- To increase flexibility
- None of the above
The sagittal alignment of the spine is crucial for which of the following reasons?
The sagittal alignment of the spine is crucial for which of the following reasons?
- It allows for maximum flexibility during rotational movements
- It facilitates the protection of spinal nerves and blood vessels
- It ensures the distribution of mechanical loads across the vertebral bodies and discs (correct)
- It primarily supports the articulations at the synovial joints
The atlas vertebra is unique because it:
The atlas vertebra is unique because it:
Which ligament becomes thin and narrow in the lumbar region, contributing to disc herniations?
Which ligament becomes thin and narrow in the lumbar region, contributing to disc herniations?
Intervertebral discs make up what percentage of the height of the vertebral column?
Intervertebral discs make up what percentage of the height of the vertebral column?
What type of curvature is the thoracic curvature of the vertebral column?
What type of curvature is the thoracic curvature of the vertebral column?
Which joint allows for the pivoting of the head?
Which joint allows for the pivoting of the head?
The resistance to compression forces of a curved column like the spine is proportional to:
The resistance to compression forces of a curved column like the spine is proportional to:
During what activity does spinal compression increase the most?
During what activity does spinal compression increase the most?
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