lumbar scheuermann

Lumbar Scheuermann

Definition

 

Different entity to thoracic Scheuermann's

- end plate abnormal but no kyphosis or wedging

 

Natural History

 

Self - limiting condition

 

Epidemiology

 

Young athlete / labourer

 

Symptoms

 

Adolescent who presents with low grade levels of low back pain

- more pain than thoracic

 

Signs