Analysis of Preexistent Vertebral Rotation in the Normal Spine

• DOI: 10.1097/01.brs.0000219938.14686.b3
• Publication Date: 2006-06-01T12:21:37Z
• Authors: Jan-Willem M. Kou...; Koen L. Vincken; Lambertus W. Bartels; René M. Castelein
• Keywords: Rachis

In Brief Study Design. A newly developed CT measurement method was used to investigate axial rotation from T2 L5 in the normal, nonscoliotic spine. Objectives. To identify a preexistent rotational pattern Summary of Background Data. The data available on measurements normal spine are scant and limited only few vertebrae. Systematic analysis thoracic lumbar vertebrae spine, based computed tomography has, our knowledge, not been performed. Methods. scans thorax abdomen 50 persons without clinical or radiologic evidence scoliosis were measure vertebral with semiautomatic computerized method. Results. results present study showed predominant left high vertebrae, right mid lower which differed significantly an equal right-left distribution. This is both males females. Conclusion. demonstrates that corresponds what seen most prevalent types idiopathic scoliosis. new forms