Figure 3
From: Optimization of the examination posture in spinal curvature assessment
Mean spinal shapes and means of angle parameters for postures A and G. Posture A – free standing position Posture G – standing position supported by a fixation frame CT – cervicothoracic junction TL – thoracolumbar junction α C – angle of cervical lordosis α T – angle of thoracic kyphosis α L – angle of lumbar lordosis IV– ideal vertical.