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in the medical world, dextro is a synonym for right. dorsal refers to the parts of the spine that are facing out (the little knobby bumps that run down everyone's back) as opposed to the part of the spine that is facing inwards towards your organs. its just like a dolphin or shark- their dorsal fin is on their back.
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∙ 8y agoslight twist of lower lumbar to the right and slightly outwards
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What is dextroconvex thoracolumbar scoliosis?
what is dextroconvex thoracolumbar scoliosis?
A lateral curvature of the spine is called what?
Scoliosis is a condition where there is a sideways or lateral curvature of the spine.
What is lodosis?
curvature of the spine
What is scoliosis disorder?
It is curvature of the spine
Which condition is characterized by an abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine?
The term for this is lordosis.
What is the meaning ofscoliosis?
A lateral curvature of the spine.
What is the meaning of the scoliosis?
A lateral curvature of the spine.
What is lordotic?
Lordotic refers to the "lordotic curvature" of the spine. Lordotic curvature of the spine is the natural curves of the spine (when viewed from the side) that allow for even weight distribution and optimal shock absorbing properties.
How do you use curvature in a sentence?
"Some will curvature of the spine usually doesn't stand up straight."
What is the medical term for anterior curvature of the spine?
The medical term for anterior curvature of the spine is lordosis. It is a normal curve in the cervical and lumbar regions of the spine that helps distribute weight and maintain balance.
Is a 40 degree curvature of spine severe?
kinda
Can you have scoliosis in an arm?
no it is only lateral curvature of the spine
