The Loss of Height That Occurs with Aging Is Due

question 142

Multiple Choice

The loss of height that occurs with aging is due to compression of the

• A) pelvic girdle.
• B) vertebral arches.
• C) vertebral bodies.
• D) vertebral foramen.
• E) intervertebral discs.

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