Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 7 - The Skeleton - Review Questions - Critical Thinking and Clinical Application Questions - Page 248: 2

Answer

One limb was non-functional so the functioning muscles on the opposite side exerted an unopposed pull on the spine forcing it out of alignment. His condition was more than likely scoliosis.

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One limb was non-functional so the functioning muscles on the opposite side exerted an unopposed pull on the spine forcing it out of alignment. His condition was more than likely scoliosis.
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