Atrophy of paraspinal muscles is common in low back pain (LBP). Early studies report atrophy and abnormalities of the paraspinal muscles in 20% to 60% of people with chronic LBP.More recent data suggest a reduced cross-sectional area of multifidus at L4 and/or L5 in chronic LBP.ntroduction. Atrophy of paraspinal muscles is common in low back pain (LBP). Early studies report atrophy and abnormalities of the paraspinal muscles in 20% to 60% of people with chronic LBP. More recent data suggest a reduced cross-sectional area of multifidus at L4 and/or L5 in chronic LBP.
Hyenas usually bear litters of two to four cubs, which, unlike the other two species, are born with their eyes open. Cubs begin to eat meat from kills near the den at about 5 months, but they are suckled for as long as 12 to 18 months, an unusually long time for carnivores.
About the Spotted Hyena. Spotted hyenas are famed scavengers and often dine on the leftovers of other predators. But these hardy beasts are also skilled hunters that will take down wildebeest or antelope. They also kill and eat birds, lizards, snakes, and insects.