An Abnormal Inward Curve of a Portion of the Spine

question 64

Multiple Choice

An abnormal inward curve of a portion of the spine, commonly known as swayback, is:

• A) Lordosis.
• B) Kyphosis.
• C) Scoliosis.
• D) Myosis.

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Definitions:

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