Comparison of lumbosacral alignment in Geriatric and Non-Geriatric patients suffering low back pain

Authors

  • Burhan Fatih Koçyiğit
  • Ejder Berk

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.342.13969

Keywords:

Elderly, Low Back Pain, Lumbosacral Alignment.

Abstract

Objective: Lumbosacral alignment is a crucial factor for an appropriate spinal function. Changes in spinal alignment lead to diminished body biomechanics. Additionally, lumbosacral alignment may affect quality of life, sagittal balance and fall risk in elderly. In this study, we aimed to compare lumbosacral alignment in geriatric and non-geriatric patients suffering from

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Published

2018-04-18

How to Cite

Koçyiğit, B. F., & Berk, E. (2018). Comparison of lumbosacral alignment in Geriatric and Non-Geriatric patients suffering low back pain. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences, 34(2). https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.342.13969

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