Open QuestionMark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.The thoracic and sacral curvatures are the vertebral column's concave curvatures.
Open QuestionMark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement. A vertebral disc is composed of an inner anulus fibrosus and an outer nucleus pulposus.
Open QuestionMark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.The posterior projection from a vertebra is the spinous process.
Open QuestionDistinguish between the anulus fibrosus and nucleus pulposus regions of a disc. Which provides durability and strength? Which provides resilience? Which part is involved in a 'slipped' disc?
Open QuestionList at least two specific anatomical characteristics each for typical cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae that would allow anyone to identify each type correctly.
Open QuestionMr. Wright had polio as a boy and was partially paralyzed in one lower limb for over a year. Although no longer paralyzed, he now has a severe lateral curvature of the lumbar spine. Explain what has happened and identify his condition.