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Thursday, 29 August 2013

SPINE AND BACK EXAMINATION OF KIDS

SPINE AND BACK EXAMINATION OF KIDS



Look for scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis, dimples, sinuses, spina bifida, tufts of hair, stiffness of neck and back, any swelling, mongolian spots or tenderness. It is helpful to watch child’s gait. Remember that lumbar lordosis together with potbelly may well be a normal observation in the second year of life.



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