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The Axial Skeleton Forms the longitudinal axis of the body Divided into three parts 1. Skull 2. Vertebral column 3. Bony thorax © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.8a The human skeleton. Skull Cranium Facial bones Clavicle Thoracic cage (ribs and sternum) Vertebral column Sacrum Scapula Sternum Rib Humerus Vertebra Radius Ulna Carpals Phalanges Metacarpals Femur Patella Tibia Fibula (a) Anterior view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Tarsals Metatarsals Phalanges Figure 5.8b The human skeleton. Cranium Bones of pectoral girdle Clavicle Scapula Rib Humerus Vertebra Radius Ulna Carpals Upper limb Bones of pelvic girdle Phalanges Metacarpals Femur Lower limb Tibia Fibula (b) Posterior view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Concept Link © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. The Skull Two sets of bones 1. Cranium bones enclose the brain 2. Facial bones Hold eyes in anterior position Allow facial muscles to express feelings Bones are joined by sutures Only the mandible is attached by a freely movable joint © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. The Skull 8 cranial bones protect the brain 1. 2. 3. 4. 5–6. 7–8. Frontal bone Occipital bone Ethmoid bone Sphenoid bone Parietal bones (pair) Temporal bones (pair) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. The Skull There are 14 facial bones. All are paired except for the single mandible and vomer. 1–2. 3–4. 5–6. 7–8. 9–10. 11–12. 13. 14. Maxillae Zygomatics Palatines Nasals Lacrimals Inferior nasal conchae Mandible Vomer © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.9 Human skull, lateral view. Coronal suture Frontal bone Parietal bone Sphenoid bone Temporal bone Ethmoid bone Lambdoid suture Lacrimal bone Squamous suture Occipital bone Nasal bone Zygomatic process Zygomatic bone Maxilla External acoustic meatus Mastoid process Alveolar processes Styloid process Mandibular ramus © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Mandible (body) Mental foramen Figure 5.10 Human skull, superior view (top of cranium removed). Frontal bone Sphenoid bone Cribriform plate Ethmoid Crista galli bone Optic canal Sella turcica Foramen ovale Temporal bone Jugular foramen Internal acoustic meatus Parietal bone Occipital bone Foramen magnum © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.11 Human skull, inferior view (mandible removed). Maxilla (palatine process) Hard palate Palatine bone Zygomatic bone Temporal bone (zygomatic process) Maxilla Sphenoid bone (greater wing) Foramen ovale Vomer Mandibular fossa Carotid canal Styloid process Mastoid process Temporal bone Jugular foramen Occipital condyle Parietal bone Foramen magnum Occipital bone © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.12 Human skull, anterior view. Coronal suture Frontal bone Parietal bone Nasal bone Sphenoid bone Ethmoid bone Lacrimal bone Zygomatic bone Maxilla Superior orbital fissure Optic canal Temporal bone Middle nasal concha of ethmoid bone Inferior nasal concha Vomer Mandible Alveolar processes © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Paranasal Sinuses Hollow portions of bones surrounding the nasal cavity Functions of paranasal sinuses Lighten the skull Amplify sounds made as we speak © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.13a Paranasal sinuses. Frontal sinus Ethmoid sinus Sphenoidal sinus Maxillary sinus (a) Anterior view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.13b Paranasal sinuses. Frontal sinus Ethmoid sinus Sphenoidal sinus Maxillary sinus (b) Medial view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. The Hyoid Bone Closely related to mandible and temporal bones The only bone that does not articulate with another bone Serves as a movable base for the tongue Aids in swallowing and speech © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.14 Anatomical location and structure of the hyoid bone. Greater horn Lesser horn Body © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. The Fetal Skull The fetal skull is large compared to the infant’s total body length Fetal skull is 1/4 body length compared to adult skull, which is 1/8 body length Fontanels are fibrous membranes connecting the cranial bones Allow skull compression during birth Allow the brain to grow during later pregnancy and infancy Convert to bone within 24 months after birth © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.15a The fetal skull. Frontal bone Anterior fontanel Parietal bone Posterior fontanel (a) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Occipital bone Figure 5.15b The fetal skull. Parietal bone Posterior fontanel Occipital bone Mastoid fontanel © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Anterior fontanel Sphenoidal fontanel Frontal bone Temporal bone Vertebral Column (Spine) Vertebral column provides axial support Extends from skull to the pelvis 26 single vertebral bones are separated by intervertebral discs 7 cervical vertebrae are in the neck 12 thoracic vertebrae are in the chest region 5 lumbar vertebrae are associated with the lower back © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Vertebral Column (Spine) 9 vertebrae fuse to form two composite bones Sacrum formed by the fusion of 5 vertebrae Coccyx (tailbone) formed by the fusion of 3 to 5 vertebrae © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.16 The vertebral column. Anterior 1st cervical vertebra (atlas) 2nd cervical vertebra (axis) Posterior Cervical curvature (concave) 7 vertebrae, C1 – C7 1st thoracic vertebra Transverse process Spinous process Thoracic curvature (convex) 12 vertebrae, T1 – T12 Intervertebral disc Intervertebral foramen 1st lumbar vertebra Lumbar curvature (concave) 5 vertebrae, L1 – L5 Sacral curvature (convex) 5 fused vertebrae Coccyx 4 fused vertebrae © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Vertebral Column (Spine) Primary curvatures Spinal curvatures of the thoracic and sacral regions Present from birth Form a C-shaped curvature as in newborns Secondary curvatures Spinal curvatures of the cervical and lumbar regions Develop after birth Form an S-shaped curvature as in adults © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.17 The C-shaped spine typical of a newborn. © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.18 Abnormal spinal curvatures. (a) Scoliosis © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. (b) Kyphosis (c) Lordosis Vertebral Column (Spine) Parts of a typical vertebra Body (centrum) Vertebral arch Pedicle Lamina Vertebral foramen Transverse processes Spinous process Superior and inferior articular processes © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.19 A typical vertebra, superior view. Posterior Vertebral arch Lamina Transverse process Spinous process Superior articular process and facet Pedicle Vertebral foramen Body Anterior © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.20a Regional characteristics of vertebrae. (a) ATLAS AND AXIS Transverse process Posterior arch Anterior arch Superior view of atlas (C1) Transverse process Spinous process Facet on superior articular process Dens Body Superior view of axis (C2) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.20b Regional characteristics of vertebrae. (b) TYPICAL CERVICAL VERTEBRAE Spinous process Vertebral foramen Facet on superior articular process Superior view Superior articular process Spinous process Transverse process Body Transverse process Facet on inferior articular process Right lateral view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.20c Regional characteristics of vertebrae. (c) THORACIC VERTEBRAE Spinous process Vertebral Transverse foramen process Facet on superior Facet articular for rib process Body Facet on Superior view superior Body articular process Facet on Costal facet transverse Spinous for rib process process Right lateral view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.20d Regional characteristics of vertebrae. (d) LUMBAR VERTEBRAE Spinous process Vertebral Transverse foramen process Facet on superior articular process Body Superior view Superior articular process Spinous process © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Body Facet on inferior articular process Right lateral view Figure 5.21 Sacrum and coccyx, posterior view. Sacral canal Ala Superior Auricular articular surface process Body Median sacral crest Sacrum Posterior sacral foramina Coccyx © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Sacral hiatus The Bony Thorax Forms a cage to protect major organs Consists of three parts 1. Sternum 2. Ribs True ribs (pairs 1–7) False ribs (pairs 8–12) Floating ribs (pairs 11–12) 3. Thoracic vertebrae © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.22a The bony thorax (thoracic cage). T1 vertebra Jugular notch Clavicular notch Manubrium Sternal angle Body Xiphisternal joint Xiphoid process True ribs (1–7) False ribs (8–12) L1 vertebra (a) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Floating ribs (11, 12) Intercostal spaces Costal cartilage Sternum Figure 5.22b The bony thorax (thoracic cage). T2 T3 T4 Jugular notch Sternal angle Heart T9 (b) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Xiphisternal joint The Appendicular Skeleton Composed of 126 bones Limbs (appendages) Pectoral girdle Pelvic girdle © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.8a The human skeleton. Skull Cranium Facial bones Clavicle Thoracic cage (ribs and sternum) Vertebral column Sacrum Scapula Sternum Rib Humerus Vertebra Radius Ulna Carpals Phalanges Metacarpals Femur Patella Tibia Fibula (a) Anterior view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Tarsals Metatarsals Phalanges Figure 5.8b The human skeleton. Cranium Bones of pectoral girdle Clavicle Scapula Rib Humerus Vertebra Radius Ulna Carpals Upper limb Bones of pelvic girdle Phalanges Metacarpals Femur Lower limb Tibia Fibula (b) Posterior view © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. The Pectoral (Shoulder) Girdle Composed of two bones that attach the upper limb to the axial skeletal 1. Scapula 2. Clavicle Pectoral girdle (2) Light, poorly reinforced girdle Allows the upper limb a great deal of freedom © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.23a Bones of the shoulder girdle. Acromioclavicular joint Clavicle Scapula (a) Articulated right shoulder (pectoral) girdle showing the relationship to bones of the thorax and sternum © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.23b Bones of the shoulder girdle. Sternal (medial) end Posterior Acromial (lateral) end Superior view Acromial end Anterior Anterior Sternal end Posterior Inferior view (b) Right clavicle, superior and inferior views © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.23c Bones of the shoulder girdle. Coracoid process Suprascapular notch Superior angle Spine Acromion Glenoid cavity at lateral angle Medial border Lateral border (c) Right scapula, posterior aspect © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.23d Bones of the shoulder girdle. Acromion Suprascapular notch Superior border Superior angle Coracoid process Glenoid cavity Lateral (axillary) border Medial (vertebral) border Inferior angle (d) Right scapula, anterior aspect © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Bones of the Upper Limbs Humerus Forms the arm Single bone Proximal end articulation Head articulates with the glenoid cavity of the scapula Distal end articulation Trochlea and capitulum articulate with the bones of the forearm © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.24a Bones of the right arm and forearm. Greater tubercle Lesser tubercle Head of humerus Anatomical neck Intertubercular sulcus Deltoid tuberosity (a) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Radial fossa Coronoid fossa Medial epicondyle Capitulum Trochlea Figure 5.24b Bones of the right arm and forearm. Head of humerus Anatomical neck Surgical neck Radial groove Deltoid tuberosity Medial epicondyle (b) Trochlea © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Olecranon fossa Lateral epicondyle Bones of the Upper Limbs The forearm has two bones 1. Ulna—medial bone in anatomical position Proximal end articulation Coronoid process and olecranon articulate with the humerus 2. Radius—lateral bone in anatomical position Proximal end articulation Head articulates with the capitulum of the humerus © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.24c Bones of the right arm and forearm. Trochlear notch Olecranon Head Neck Radial tuberosity Coronoid process Proximal radioulnar joint Radius Ulna Interosseous membrane (c) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Radial styloid process Ulnar styloid process Distal radioulnar joint Bones of the Upper Limbs Hand Carpals—wrist 8 bones arranged in two rows of 4 bones in each hand Metacarpals—palm 5 per hand Phalanges—fingers and thumb 14 phalanges in each hand In each finger, there are 3 bones In the thumb, there are only 2 bones © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.25 Bones of the right hand, anterior view. Distal Phalanges (fingers) Middle Proximal Metacarpals (palm) Carpals (wrist) 4 3 2 5 1 Hamate Trapezium Pisiform Triquetrum Trapezoid Scaphoid Capitate Lunate Ulna Radius © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Bones of the Pelvic Girdle Formed by 2 coxal (ossa coxae) bones Composed of three pairs of fused bones 1. Ilium 2. Ischium 3. Pubis Pelvic girdle 2 coxal bones, sacrum Bony pelvis 2 coxal bones, sacrum, coccyx © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Bones of the Pelvic Girdle The total weight of the upper body rests on the pelvis Pelvis protects several organs Reproductive organs Urinary bladder Part of the large intestine © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.26a The bony pelvis. Iliac crest Sacroiliac joint Ilium Coxal bone (or hip bone) Sacrum Pubis Pelvic brim Coccyx Ischial spine Acetabulum Ischium (a) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Pubic symphysis Pubic arch Figure 5.26b The bony pelvis. Ilium Ala Posterior superior iliac spine Posterior inferior iliac spine Greater sciatic notch Ischial body Iliac crest Anterior superior iliac spine Anterior inferior iliac spine Acetabulum Body of pubis Ischial spine Pubis Ischial tuberosity Ischium (b) Ischial ramus © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Inferior pubic ramus Obturator foramen Gender Differences of the Pelvis The female’s pelvis: Inlet is larger and more circular Pelvis as a whole is shallower, and the bones are lighter and thinner Ilia flare more laterally Sacrum is shorter and less curved Ischial spines are shorter and farther apart; thus, the outlet is larger Pubic arch is more rounded because the angle of the pubic arch is greater © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.26c The bony pelvis. False pelvis Inlet of true pelvis Pelvic brim Pubic arch ) (less than 90° False pelvis Inlet of true pelvis Pelvic brim (c) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Pubic arch ) (more than 90° Bones of the Lower Limbs Femur—thigh bone The heaviest, strongest bone in the body Proximal end articulation Head articulates with the acetabulum of the coxal (hip) bone Distal end articulation Lateral and medial condyles articulate with the tibia in the lower leg © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.27a Bones of the right thigh and leg. Neck Head Intertrochanteric line Lateral condyle Patellar surface © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. (a) Lesser trochanter Figure 5.27b Bones of the right thigh and leg. Greater trochanter Head Lesser trochanter Intertrochanteric crest Gluteal tuberosity Intercondylar fossa Medial condyle (b) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Lateral condyle Bones of the Lower Limbs The lower leg has two bones 1. Tibia—shinbone; larger and medially oriented Proximal end articulation Medial and lateral condyles articulate with the femur to form the knee joint 2. Fibula—thin and sticklike; lateral to the tibia Has no role in forming the knee joint © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.27c Bones of the right thigh and leg. Intercondylar eminence Medial condyle Lateral condyle Head Tibial tuberosity Proximal tibiofibular joint Interosseous membrane Anterior border Fibula Tibia Distal tibiofibular joint Lateral malleolus © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. (c) Medial malleolus Bones of the Lower Limbs The foot Tarsals—7 bones Two largest tarsals Calcaneus (heel bone) Talus Metatarsals—5 bones form the sole of the foot Phalanges—14 bones form the toes © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.28 Bones of the right foot, superior view. Phalanges: Distal Middle Proximal Tarsals: Medial cuneiform Intermediate cuneiform Navicular Metatarsals Tarsals: Lateral cuneiform Cuboid Talus Calcaneus © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Arches of the Foot Bones of the foot are arranged to form three strong arches Two longitudinal One transverse © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.29 Arches of the foot. Medial longitudinal arch Transverse arch Lateral longitudinal arch © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Joints Joints are articulations Two or more bones meet Functions of joints Hold bones together Allow for mobility Two ways joints are classified Functionally Structurally © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Functional Classification of Joints Synarthroses Immovable joints Amphiarthroses Slightly movable joints Diarthroses Freely movable joints © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Structural Classification of Joints Fibrous joints Generally immovable Cartilaginous joints Immovable or slightly movable Synovial joints Freely movable © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Concept Link © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Fibrous Joints Bones united by fibrous tissue Types Sutures Immobile Syndesmoses Allow more movement than sutures but still immobile Example: Distal end of tibia and fibula Gomphosis Immobile © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30a Types of joints. Fibrous joints (a) Suture © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Fibrous connective tissue Figure 5.30b Types of joints. Fibrous joints Tibia Fibula Fibrous connective tissue (b) Syndesmosis © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Cartilaginous Joints Bones connected by fibrocartilage Types Synchrondrosis Immobile Symphysis Slightly movable Example: Pubic symphysis, intervertebral joints © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30c Types of joints. Cartilaginous joints First rib Hyaline cartilage Sternum (c) Synchondrosis © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30d Types of joints. Cartilaginous joints Vertebrae Fibrocartilage (d) Symphysis © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30e Types of joints. Cartilaginous joints Pubis Fibrocartilage (e) Symphysis © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Synovial Joints Articulating bones are separated by a joint cavity Synovial fluid is found in the joint cavity Four distinguishing features of synovial joints 1. 2. 3. 4. Articular cartilage Articular capsule Joint cavity Reinforcing ligaments © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30f Types of joints. Synovial joints Scapula Articular capsule Articular (hyaline) cartilage Humerus (f) Multiaxial joint (shoulder joint) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30g Types of joints. Synovial joints Humerus Articular (hyaline) cartilage Articular capsule Radius Ulna (g) Uniaxial joint (elbow joint) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.30h Types of joints. Synovial joints Ulna Radius Carpals Articular capsule (h) Biaxial joint (intercarpal joints of hand) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Synovial Joints Bursae—flattened fibrous sacs Lined with synovial membranes Filled with synovial fluid Not actually part of the joint Tendon sheath Elongated bursa that wraps around a tendon © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Synovial Joints Types of synovial joints based on shape: Plane joint Hinge joint Pivot joint Condylar joint Saddle joint Ball-and-socket joint © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.31 General structure of a synovial joint. Acromion of scapula Ligament Joint cavity containing synovial fluid Bursa Ligament Articular (hyaline) cartilage Tendon sheath Synovial membrane Fibrous layer of the articular capsule Tendon of biceps muscle Humerus © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.32a Types of synovial joints. Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial (f) (a) Plane joint (b) (c) (a) (e) (d) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.32b Types of synovial joints. Humerus Ulna Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial (f) (b) (c) (a) (e) (d) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. (b) Hinge joint Figure 5.32c Types of synovial joints. Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial Ulna Radius (f) (c) Pivot joint (b) (c) (a) (e) (d) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.32d Types of synovial joints. Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial (f) (b) (c) (a) (e) (d) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Metacarpal Phalanx (d) Condylar joint Figure 5.32e Types of synovial joints. Carpal Metacarpal #1 Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial (f) (e) Saddle joint (b) (c) (a) (e) (d) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.32f Types of synovial joints. Nonaxial Uniaxial Biaxial Multiaxial (f) Head of humerus (b) (c) Scapula (f) Ball-and-socket joint (a) (e) (d) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Inflammatory Conditions Associated with Joints Bursitis—inflammation of a bursa, usually caused by a blow or friction Tendonitis—inflammation of tendon sheaths Arthritis—inflammatory or degenerative diseases of joints Over 100 different types The most widespread crippling disease in the United States Initial symptoms: pain, stiffness, swelling of the joint © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Clinical Forms of Arthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) Most common chronic arthritis Probably related to normal aging processes Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) An autoimmune disease—the immune system attacks the joints Symptoms begin with bilateral inflammation of certain joints Often leads to deformities © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.33 X-ray image of a hand deformed by rheumatoid arthritis. © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Clinical Forms of Arthritis Gouty arthritis (gout) Inflammation of joints is caused by a deposition of uric acid crystals from the blood Can usually be controlled with diet More common in men © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Developmental Aspects of the Skeletal System Fontanels Allow brain growth and ease birth passage Present in the skull at birth Completely replaced with bone within 2 years after birth © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Developmental Aspects of the Skeletal System Growth of cranium after birth is related to brain growth Increase in size of the facial skeleton follows tooth development and enlargement of the respiratory passageways. © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.34 Ossification centers in the skeleton of a 12-week-old fetus are indicated by the darker areas. Lighter regions are still fibrous or cartilaginous. Frontal bone of skull Mandible Parietal bone Occipita bone Clavicle Scapula Radius Ulna Humerus Femur Tibia Ribs Vertebra Hip bone © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Skeletal Changes Throughout Life Fetus Long bones are formed of hyaline cartilage Flat bones begin as fibrous membranes Flat and long bone models are converted to bone Birth Fontanels remain until around age 2 © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Skeletal Changes Throughout Life Adolescence Epiphyseal plates become ossified, and long bone growth ends Size of cranium in relationship to body 2 years old—skull is larger in proportion to the body compared to that of an adult 8 or 9 years old—skull is near adult size and proportion Between ages 6 and 11, the face grows out from the skull © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.35a Differences in the growth rates for some parts of the body compared to others determine body proportions. Human newborn (a) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Human adult Figure 5.35b Differences in the growth rates for some parts of the body compared to others determine body proportions. Newborn (b) © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. 2 yrs. 5 yrs. 15 yrs. Adult Skeletal Changes Throughout Life Curvatures of the spine Primary curvatures are present at birth and are convex posteriorly Secondary curvatures are associated with a child’s later development and are convex anteriorly Abnormal spinal curvatures (scoliosis and lordosis) are often congenital © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.18 Abnormal spinal curvatures. (a) Scoliosis © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. (b) Kyphosis (c) Lordosis Skeletal Changes Throughout Life Osteoporosis Bone-thinning disease afflicting 50 percent of women over age 65 20 percent of men over age 70 Disease makes bones fragile, and bones can easily fracture Vertebral collapse results in kyphosis (also known as “dowager’s hump”) Estrogen aids in health and normal density of a female skeleton © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.36 Osteoporosis. © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Figure 5.37 Vertebral collapse due to osteoporosis. Age 40 © 2015 Pearson Education, Inc. Age 60 Age 70