Posterior Curvature Of The Thoracic Spine
In this chapter an overall review of the posterior or posterolateral approach to the thoracic spine will be presented with the pertinent anatomic assessment. As part of the bony thorax the thoracic vertebrae help protect the internal viscera such as the heart lungs and oesophagus. Unit 1 Flashcards Quizlet Also called swayback the spine of a person with lordosis curves significantly inward at the lower back. Posterior curvature of the thoracic spine . Excessive forward curvature of the thoracic spine may indicate a pathologic condition. An anteriorly concave curvature of the vertebral column. Muscular Anatomy The most superficial muscle of the dorsal spine is the trapezius muscle Fig. The radius of curvature at a given point is the radius of a circle that mathematically best fits the spinal curve at that point. The thoracic spine normally has a mild kyphosis. The term kyphosis describes a normal posterior curved in the spine. Surgical treatment is recommended for