Question

a sacral base angle of 50 degrees would ________ lumbar lordosis leading to increased loading of the ________. a) decrease, ivds b) increase, facets c) decrease, facets d) increase, ivds

Explanation:

A higher sacral base angle typically increases lumbar lordosis. Increased lumbar lordosis leads to increased loading on the facet joints (facets). Inter - vertebral discs (IVDs) are not the primary structure experiencing increased loading due to this change in the sacral base angle and lumbar lordosis relationship.

Answer:

B. Increase, facets