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What does lying supine means?
Lying supine means lying on your back (supine is on your spine).
Is the cervical spine inferior to the lumbar spine?
No.The cervical spine is in the neck and is above the lumbar spine, which is in the low back. Because we reference things from anatomical position, which is standing upright, and because the term "inferior" is used to denote things that are below, that statement would be incorrect. Therefore, we could correctly say the cervical spine is superior, or rostral, to the lumbar spine. We could also say that the lumbar spine is inferior, or caudal, to the cervical spine.
How much weight is the human spine able to support and dont say depends on this or that. i just want an estimate?
The human spine can generally support between 20-30% of a person's body weight in an upright position, but this can vary based on factors like muscle strength, posture, and spine health.
Are people shorter at night?
Yes, people are slightly shorter at night due to the compression of the spine that occurs throughout the day from the force of gravity. When lying down and sleeping, the spine decompresses, allowing a person to regain some height.
Describe a body position that can exist when all major body parts are flexed?
When all major body parts are flexed it is the fetal position.
What does lying supine means?
Lying supine means lying on your back (supine is on your spine).
The position of the spine is opposite of what position?
The position of the spine is opposite of a curved or hunched position. It is meant to be straight, with the natural curves of the neck (cervical), upper back (thoracic), and lower back (lumbar) supported.
What does supination mean?
Lying supine means lying on your back (supine is on your spine).
What is the anatomically correct terminology to describe the position of the spine?
The correct term is "anatomical position". That is, picturing a man facing the viewer, with arms at a 30 degree angle out from the shoulders, palms facing forward.
What is spine to shoulders in anatomical position?
perpindicular
Describe what is meant by the term neutral spine?
The neutral spine refer to the natural position of the spine when the parts of the body are in good alignment.
Which position places more pressure on the spine?
standing
What is the difference if a baby is facing up or down during delivery?
If a baby is born facing up it is in a posterior position. Their is a greater risk of postpartum hemorrhage for the mother and a lower Apgar score for baby.
What is dextroscoliosis of the spine?
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.
Is the cervical spine inferior to the lumbar spine?
No.The cervical spine is in the neck and is above the lumbar spine, which is in the low back. Because we reference things from anatomical position, which is standing upright, and because the term "inferior" is used to denote things that are below, that statement would be incorrect. Therefore, we could correctly say the cervical spine is superior, or rostral, to the lumbar spine. We could also say that the lumbar spine is inferior, or caudal, to the cervical spine.
Why is it easier to perform a lumber puncture on an adult?
Doctors are trained to perform lumbar punctures on adult. Their lumbar spine, which is where the needle is inserted, is naturally in a different position due to the height of an adult. Since children are smaller, and have a shorter spine, their lumbar spine is in a different position. It's not that much more difficult to do it on a child, the doctor just has to break from his natural thought process and locate the lumbar spine in a different position.
Is it true that prolonged periods of sitting in a baby sitting position can be bad for the spine?
Yes, it is true that prolonged periods of sitting in a baby sitting position can be bad for the spine. This position can put strain on the spine and lead to discomfort or potential long-term issues. It is important to take breaks and vary your sitting positions to maintain spinal health.
