Spinal Curves

• herniated disk
• cervical kyphosis

Herniated disks in the thoracic area are less common, but they do happen. Too much extension of the upper and mid back (for example if someone were to install wallpaper for a living) may disrupt the thoracic spine. In our culture, however, this is rare, because most of us are focused forward as we drive, sit at our computers and other activities.

• The Significance of Spinal Curves
• The Spine Supports the Whole Body
• The Purpose of Spinal Curves
• How Spinal Curves Balance the Weight of Other Body Structures
• Spinal Curves – 2 Types
• Spinal Curves – 4 Locations
• Spinal Curves by Location and Type
• How Spinal Curves Form
• The Role of the Spinal Curves in Injury and Injury Prevention