Conditions of the Spine
Kyphosis is an exaggeration of the thoracic curve usually due to osteoporosis as there is not enough remodeling and therefore, the bones shrink.
Lordosis is when the lower back (lumbar) curves forward, typical with pregnant or overweight people.
Scoliosis is a lateral curvature of the spine.
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Kyphosis on the left. Lordosis in the middle. Scoliosis on the right.