What regions make up the spinal column? What is the shape of each?
Name two factors that can affect spinal curves.
How many vertebrae are in each region? Which are fused?
Where do we experience the most movement in the spine, and why?
What is the name given to the cartilage between vertebrae?
The limited mobility between vertebrae provides stability that serves what related purpose?
What is the most flexible part of the spine?
What is meant by the term “primary curve?”
Describe functions of the spinal curves.
Describe kyphosis. What are potential causes?
Describe hyperlordosis. What are potential causes?
Why is the topic of “compensation” important to understand in regard to habitual movement patterns?
Lower Crossed Syndrome may cause a presentation of hyperlordosis. What imbalances does this describe? What objectives are set to restore muscular balance?
