 To
better understand scoliosis, we first have to take a look
at the role of the spine. The spine is the framework
of the trunk that:
• Supports
the head
• Supports the thoracic
cage
• Supports the upper
arms
• Is
embedded in the pelvis, which is supported by the
legs.
Its functions are vital because:
• It
protects the spinal cord.
• It allows proper
functioning of the lungs and heart.
Its role in locomotion is to:
• Allow
proper body balance.
• Control
movement harmony and magnitude.
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