Spinal curves
From DrKoop's partner site on chronic pain, ChronicPainConnection.com
There are 4 natural curves in the spinal column: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and sacral curvatures. The curves, along with the intervertebral disks, help to absorb and distribute stresses that occur from everyday activities such as walking or from more intense activities such as running and jumping.
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