Summary
A short Operation Ouch clip. The doctors meet someone whose spine curves to the side and explain how doctors help support a curved spine. Free on the official Operation Ouch YouTube channel.
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Ages 7+
Some gross-but-friendly body science (real footage) -- a quick preview is wise.
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
Discussion
Everyone's spine is a little different -- here's what happens when one curves to the side.
- What is the spine's normal job?
- What does it mean for a spine to be curved?
- How can a doctor help support a curved spine?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: spine, curve, backbone, support, brace.
Try it: Stand tall and notice your posture. Write why a healthy spine helps the whole body.