This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Abnormal anterior curvature of the lumbar spine is called: A) kyphosis. B) lordosis. C) ... (Read 95 times)

Yi-Chen

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 550
on: Jun 26, 2018
Abnormal anterior curvature of the lumbar spine is called:
 
  A) kyphosis.
  B) lordosis.
  C) scoliosis.
  D) osteoporosis.

Question 2

The medical term for knock-knee is:
 
  A) genu valgum.
  B) genu varum.
  C) hallux.
  D) chondral.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Tonny

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 341
Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Kyphosis is curvature of the thoracic vertebrae.
B) Correct.
C) Scoliosis is a lateral curvature of the spine.
D) Osteoporosis is loss of bone density.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) Genu varum is bowleggedness.
C) Hallux is the term for the large toe.
D) Chondral means pertaining to cartilage.


Yi-Chen

  • Member
  • Posts: 550
Reply 2 on: Jun 26, 2018
Wow, this really help

shewald78

  • Member
  • Posts: 340
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

According to animal studies, the typical American diet is damaging to the liver and may result in allergies, low energy, digestive problems, and a lack of ability to detoxify harmful substances.

Did you know?

More than 30% of American adults, and about 12% of children utilize health care approaches that were developed outside of conventional medicine.

Did you know?

Drug-induced pharmacodynamic effects manifested in older adults include drug-induced renal toxicity, which can be a major factor when these adults are experiencing other kidney problems.

Did you know?

Liver spots have nothing whatsoever to do with the liver. They are a type of freckles commonly seen in older adults who have been out in the sun without sufficient sunscreen.

Did you know?

Aspirin may benefit 11 different cancers, including those of the colon, pancreas, lungs, prostate, breasts, and leukemia.

Some male birds and mammals congregate in communal courting grounds called leks. Some male birds and mammals congregate in communal courting grounds called leks.
Palpation of Lymph Nodes, Anterior Cervical Chain Palpation of Lymph Nodes, Anterior Cervical Chain
Arthroscopic surgery. In this illustration, the knee joint is undergoing surgery with a specialized Arthroscopic surgery. In this illustration, the knee joint is undergoing surgery with a specialized
Lumbar Plexus Lumbar Plexus
Anterior & Posterior View of Lower Limb (Extremity) Anterior & Posterior View of Lower Limb (Extremity)
Anterior & posterior view of the tibia (shinbone) and the fibula Anterior & posterior view of the tibia (shinbone) and the fibula
Video: Inflammation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library