A Normal Human Thoracic Spine

The person posture I will be discussing is using a laptop. The laptop is located on their lap, with the screen about 8 inches from the face. The person I’m observing is also sitting in a chair with a flexible back and a headrest. Even though there is a large backrest, the person is hunched over towards the computer screen. This created a huge curvature in the back, especially in the thoracic region. There is a greater kyphosis curvature within the thoracic region also affects the other regions of the spine. The lumbar spine seems to have a less lordosis curvature as this person is hunching over to look at the computer screen. The cervical have more a greater lordosis curvature compared to a normal sitting posture. The person is sitting

My association with Dr. John C. Herzog and Saratoga Spine has spanned just short of 7 years. Over this time, I have found D. Herzog to be a mild-mannered, immensely skilled and consummate surgeon who has carefully surrounded himself with a friendly, highly competent and motivated staff that represent themselves as well as Dr. Herzog in the highest

Hi my name is Dr. Allen and I am from the Pediatric Orthopedic Department. Today I want educate you on the most common diseases and conditions that we see here in this department. Our first condition we will discuss is Kyphosis (curvature of the spine). Kyphosis (curvature of the spine) is a condition in which the curve in the spine is measuring 50 degrees or greater. Kyphosis (curvature of the spine) can be congenital (present at birth) or it can be something that develops later in life. If a child is not born with the curvature in the spine, the cause of Kyphosis (curvature of the spine), can be a number of things ranging from Spina bifida (split spine), Osteogenesis

The most recent procedure E.P. received was kyphoplasty of his L1 and L3 vertebrae. Kyphoplasty is a treatment for compression fractures of the vertebrae, a condition commonly caused by osteoporosis. Osteoporosis affects 10 million Americans, and approximately 2,000,000 of these are men. An estimated 750,000 people are affected by compression fracture annually. While most of these are women, compression fracture is also a concern for elderly men. Compression fracture signs and symptoms include kyphosis, or hump-back distortion of the vertebral column, and back pain. (“Compression Fractures”, 2013) Common compression fractures are wedge fractures, which E.P. has in his L1 and L3 vertebrae. These were diagnosed by an 02/06 X-Ray. On 02/19, E.P. had a CT scan without contrast, confirming the X-Ray results. The results of the scan and X-Ray were as follows: “severe wedge compression fracture deformity with near vertebral plana at L3 and a moderate wedge

Over many years, a sequence of spinal compression fractures might cause kyphosis, the bent-over posture known as dowager’s or widow’s

The thoracic spine is considered the least vulnerable to a disc herniation due to anatomic stability. Although they are rare, physically demanding jobs, trauma, and extreme sports can lead to a thoracic disc herniation (TDH). In order to be effectively treated, a TDH needs to be successfully diagnosed. Successful diagnosis relies on a good differential diagnosis and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), the gold standard for visualizing a disc herniation. Once diagnosed, there are many treatment options, which range from conservative care to invasive surgery. Rehabilitative therapy can be an effective and safe way to manage a TDH. Surgery can also be effective, but there are serious complications and risks associated. Considering patients with

There are three different types of musculoskeletal disorders that effect the spinal column: Lordosis, Kyphosis, and Scoliosis. Scoliosis effects the largest amount of people and also effects the widest range of ages. There are three different types of scoliosis and they are categorized by the age at which the deformity developed. Infantile scoliosis develops from birth to 4 years old, juvenile scoliosis develops from 4 to 9 years old, and adolescent scoliosis develops from 10 to 18 years. Scoliosis is most commonly developed in the adolescent stage, it compromises approximately 80 percent of all scoliosis cases (Baaj, 2017). Any

After a quick x-ray I wait for the doctor for what seems like hours, when she finally enters the room she looks in my eyes and says the exact word I was praying not to hear... “unfortunately”. My heart drops, she continues, “The x-rays showed a significant change in your curve.” I sit there, staring at the doctor, pale faced and in shock. When you have scoliosis, your spinal curve is measured in degrees, at around a 20 degree curve you would be

Kyphosis is a forward adjusting of the back. Normally has a forward curve of 20 to 40 degrees. Some adjusting is typical, however the expression "kyphosis" for the most part relates to a misrepresented adjusting of the back. While kyphosis can happen at any age, it's most regular in more older women. Age-related kyphosis frequently happens after osteoporosis debilitates spinal issues that remains to be worked out point that they split. Different sorts of kyphosis are found in newborn children or young children because of mutation of the spine or wedging of the spinal bones after some time. A kind of kyphosis that happens in youthful teens is known as Scheuermann’s disease. It is brought on by the wedging together of a few bones of the spine (vertebrae) consecutively. The reason for this condition is still unknown. One specific kind of kyphosis is Scheuermann's kyphosis, otherwise called Scheuermann's ailment. A radiologist initially found Scheuermann's in the mid-1920s, and the condition is named after him. Scheuermann's kyphosis is described by wedge-molded vertebrae that cause the thoracic spine to bend forward excessively.

Many people all around the world may come across symptoms of having scoliosis. Mostly girls from ages 10 to 16 get a curve of about 10 degrees. Scoliosis is the curvature of the spine and mostly occurs in adolescent years. Scoliosis may be identified during a physical examination by bending forward to see if your back is completely straight and if your shoulder blades are balanced. During my research process i found out that a lot of people at my school have scoliosis.

Normal spines during examinations will have the lower part of the back curving inward that will round the shoulders as well. When scoliosis affects the spine and ribs. There will usually be a noticeable uneven shape in the shoulders or the hips. This is because there is either a structure or non-structured curve that causes scoliosis. Doctors will consider the shape and then look at the location, direction, and then its magnitude. There are different factors that can cause or lead to having scoliosis. In small children that have muscle or bone problems their vertebrae may change as they grow older. The article states that many cases of scoliosis go unknown without a cause. There are many doctors that see scoliosis as being genetically passed down or from a serious spine injury. If the patient is older it can be a case of lumbar scoliosis that may be linked with osteoporosis.

someone could get back pain. But, have you ever noticed someone with back pain that leans to one side: where their shoulders or hips are not even? People like this get made fun of every day, they have to go to countless doctor appointments. But, what is causing them to lean to one side you may ask? Scoliosis, It is a curvature in the spine that causes people to lean to one side or cause their hips or shoulder to be uneven.

It has been observed that almost everyone older than 50 has some form of degenerative spine disease. The spine naturally wears down as the body ages as the spinal discs gradually deteriorate and the cartilage protecting the joints begins to show signs of wear and tear.

Scoliosis is a complex deformity or curvature of the spine and entire torso and has been recognized clinically for centuries (Asher, Marc A.). “For a few of the patients an underlying cause can be determined, including congenital changes, secondary changes related to neuropathic or myopathic conditions, or later in life from degenerative spondylosis. However, the cause of most scoliosis is not known and since about 1922 such patients have been diagnosed as having idiopathic scoliosis (Asher, Marc A.).”

Our spine hardly gets as much daily care as our hair or face does, but we should realize that it plays a crucial role in the proper functioning of the body. Conversely, tending to the spine health must be a part of a comprehensive health routine. Older people often experience some stiffness in the back or in the spine.This is possible due to the deterioration of the bones and intervertebral disks with age. But pain or continuous stiffness should never be taken lightly. Common spinal conditions among the elderly can be detected by symptoms such as leg pain, postural problems, early morning back pain and more.