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Curvature of the vertebral column resulting from the column turning on its axis.
The upper two vertebrae in the cervical spine, the atlas and the axis, differ from the other vertebrae because they are designed specifically for rotation. These two vertebrae are the reason your neck can move in so many directions.
Mid Spine = Thoracic
Lumbar Spine = Below the Thoracic vertebraes - your lumbar spine consists of 5 discs/vertebrae.
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∙ 11y agoIt is at rotation of the lumar vertabrae during sclerotic changes in the lumbar verbabrae.
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What is mild levoconvex scoliosis in the thoracic spine measuring 10 degrees?
It is mild. It might look somthing like this - /
There is mild scoliosis of dorsal spine with convexity to left?
treatment for mild scoliosis of cervico dorsal spine with convexity towards left side
What is mild thoracic scoliosis?
Well, scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. The cervicothoracic part deals with the location of the curve. The cervical region is the neck, and the thoracic is the upper back. So the cervicothoracic scoliosis would be a curvature of the spine in the neck/upper back
What is mild convex thoracic scoliosis?
A mild convex right thoracic scoliosis is when the spine is curved toward the right. It can be seen on an x-ray of the spine.
What is mild convex right thoracic scoliosis?
A mild convex right thoracic scoliosis is when the spine is curved toward the right. It can be seen on an x-ray of the spine.
How dangerous is mild lumbar levoscloiosis?
Actually, not a lot... It can mean something in a woman who is pregnant... in that repeated pregnancies can cause a worsening of the scoliosis... Since it is "mild", I doubt this person needs to worry. The spine is normally shaped like an "S", looking from the side... In scoliosis, the spine also twists and bows toward one side, or the other...
What is mild levocurvature of the thoracic spine?
left leaning curvature
Can a mild levoconvex scoliosis be caused by a vehicle accident?
Not likely. Scoliosis isn't usually caused by accidents, but of a birth defect showing up near adolesence and gets worse and more visable over time.
Is scoliosis the same as degenerative disc diese?
No. It is a curvature of the spine that can be very mild or severe. In severe cases, a metal rod can be implanted along the spine to keep it straight. In mild cases, a simple exercise routine can be used to strengthen the spine.
What does it mean when the doctor says you have mild levoconvex lumbar scoliosis?
The Lumbar Curve effects the lower part of the spine and often curves to the left. This curve remains fairly flexible, but can stiffen with age and develop arthritis.A Lumbar curve does not often cause serious deformity.The Major Scoliosis Curve PatternsCurvature can take place anywhere along the length of the spinal column, however there are four most common patterns of curvature. To be able to use yoga effectively for your scoliosis, find out what pattern you have from an orthopedic surgeon or knowledgeable professional in this field. A. Right thoracic Scoliosis indicates that the major scoliosis is concentrated in the thoracic (mid-back) region and curves to the right. In the right thoracic scoliosis there may also be a counter curve to the left in the lumbar (lower back) region, but this is a less severe curve.B. Left lumbar Scoliosis indicates that the major curve is to the left and is concentrated in the lumbar region. There may be an opposite curve less extreme to the right in the thoracic region.C. Right thoraco-lumbar Scoliosis indicates that the major curve is to the right in the thoracic and lumbar region. This is commonly known as a "C" curve.D. Right thoracic-left lumbar Scoliosis The last type of curvature is the combined curve where the major curve is in the thoracic region with an equal counter curve to the left in the lumbar region. This is commonly known as an "S" curve.For unknown reasons, 90 percent of thoracic and double curves are right convexity (curve to the right); 80 percent of the thoraco-lumbar curves also are right convexity; and 70 percent of the lumbar curves are left convexity. There can also be triple curves with an additional lateral curve in the cervical or neck region. Also two or more lateral curves can be in the thoracic region of the back with a major lumbar curve. With a more severe scoliosis, seven times as many women as men have scoliosis.For a picture visit the Related Link.
Is mile scoliosis bad?
Yes. For one, scoliosis is when your spine is set irregularly, and you would need an upper body brace to straiten out your spine. Mild scoliosis is even worse. It's when your spine is set in an even more crooked positioning, and you would need a upper body brace and wear it for a few weeks. If you have it, you should see a doctor.
What is rotatory levoconvex scoliosis of the thoracolumbar spine?
Scoliosis refers to a curvature of the spine when looking at it from the front or the back (A to P, or P to A). This is very important, because the spine has normal curvatures when viewed from the side. The term scoliosis is used even when the curvature is mild. Normally a spine is straight when you look at it from front to back. It runs in the same direction that a necktie does. This particular curve, a levoconvex scoliosis of the thoracolumbar spine, runs from the low back area, maybe from the area where your belt would cross your low back (or lumbar spine) up to the mid-back, which is the area of your back that have ribs (or thoracic spine). The term rotatory means that the vertebrae making up this curvature are rotated so that their spinous processes are pointed towards the concavity, which is the right side in this case. Obviously, this question is regarding a radiology report, otherwise the term "rotatory" would not likely have been used. Hopefully, these x-rays were taken while the patient was standing (weight bearing films), otherwise they will not accurately depict the true curvature. Basically, films taken to assess/measure a scoliosis need to be taken with the patient standing up evenly on both feet.
