
	Where results make sense

Topic: Kyphosis

Related Topics

Vertebral column

Lady Mary Grey

In the News (Mon 21 Dec 09)

Northern Trust

Marvin Harrison

Peter Chernin

Gary Locke

Match Play

Penelope Cruz

Mickey Rourke

AR Rahman

Danny Boyle

Hugh Jackman

	Kyphosis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Kyphosis in the sense of a deformity is the pathologic curving of the spine, where parts of the spinal column lose some or all of their lordotic profile.
		Symptoms of kyphosis, that may be present or not, depending on the type and extent of the deformity, include mild back pain, fatigue, appearance of round back and breathing difficulties.
		Scheuermann's Kyphosis (Scheuermann's Disease): Abnormal Curvature of the Spine
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kyphosis (504 words)

	Orthospine.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		It should be noted that with aging there is a gradual, and natural, increase in the thoracic kyphosis due to bone settling and loss of height in the intervertebral discs, this gives an appearance of hunching forward more with advancing age.
		A kyphosis in the cervical spine or lumbar spine is not normal and many conditions can cause such a problem.
		When kyphosis is associated with flatback or aging, then difficulties with balance can often be overcome by changes in hips and knees to a flexed position.
	www.orthospine.com /medical_conditions/kyphosis.html (268 words)

	Kyphosis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		The Scoliosis Research Society defines kyphosis as a curvature of the spine measuring 45 degrees or greater on an x-ray (a diagnostic test which uses invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissues, bones, and organs onto film).
		Kyphosis is a type of spinal deformity and should not be confused with poor posture.
		The symptoms of kyphosis may resemble other spinal conditions or deformities, or may be a result of an injury or infection.
	healthsystem.virginia.edu /uvahealth/adult_orthopaedics/kyphosis.cfm (752 words)

	A Patient's Guide to Scheuermann's Kyphosis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Kyphosis refers to the natural curve of the thoracic spine, which normally has a forward curve of 20 to 40 degrees.
		Scheuermann's kyphosis is a "developmental" type of kyphosis, meaning that it occurs during growth.
		With Scheuermann's kyphosis, the thoracic curve is usually 45 and 75 degrees.
	www.spineuniversity.com /public/spinesub.asp?id=48 (1998 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Kyphosis
		Kyphosis is a curving of the spine that causes a bowing of the back, which leads to a hunchback or slouching posture.
		In adults, kyphosis can be a result of osteoporotic compression fractures (fractures caused by osteoporosis), degenerative disease (such as arthritis), or spondylolisthesis (slipping of one vertebra forward on another).
		If the kyphosis is due to degenerative joint disease or multiple compression fractures, correction of the defect is not possible without surgery, and improvement of pain is less reliable.
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/001240.htm (590 words)

	A Patient's Guide to Adult Kyphosis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Postural kyphosis is often accompanied by "hyperlordosis" of the lumbar (lower) spine.
		This type of kyphosis is caused by changes in the spine brought on by inflammation of the tissue in the area surrounding the thoracic spine.
		Kyphosis can also develop in people who were treated for a malignant (cancerous) childhood disease by radiation to the axial skeleton.
	www.spineuniversity.com /public/spinesub.asp?id=52 (3185 words)

	SpineSource \| Kyphosis
		Kyphosis is caused by the deformity of the vertebra.
		Kyphosis that occurs in children is usually due to abnormal development (congenital or during adolescent growth) or poor posture.
		In adults, kyphosis may be caused by fractures to the spine, injury, tumors, infection,or osteoporosis (deterioration of the bone).
	www.spinesource.com /Back-Pain-Disorders/kyphosis.html (659 words)

	Kyphosis - Overview
		Congenital kyphosis means a person is born with some sort of defect, such as incomplete formation of the spine.
		Extreme kyphosis is the most common cause of paralysis in the lower part of the body, other than trauma or infection.
		There are cases of kyphosis that are caused by degeneration (wear and tear of the spine).
	www.lajollaspine.com /sdsd_kyph_over.shtml (867 words)

	Home \| aHealthyme.com
		Kyphosis is the extreme curvature of the upper back also known as a hunchback.
		Kyphosis can be divided into three ages of acquisition--birth, old age, and the time in between.
		Kyphosis induced by osteoporosis is generally not treated except to prevent further bone softening.
	www.ahealthyme.com /article/gale/100083598 (583 words)

	HSS - Kyphosis - An Overview (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Kyphosis is a curvature in the sagittal plane (front to back plane) of the body with the apex of the curve directed posteriorly.
		Postural kyphosis is distinguished by the lack of rigidity in the spine and the lack of structural abnormalities of the vertebral bodies on x-ray.
		Scheuermannâs kyphosis is a condition characterized by excessive Kyphosis and structural change of the vertebrae.
	www.hss.edu /Conditions/Braces/Kyphosis---An-Overview (909 words)

	Kyphosis: Description and Diagnosis
		Kyphosis in the thoracic spine means exaggerated kyphotic angle from the spine's normal kyphotic curve.
		Postural means the kyphosis is attributed to poor posture, usually presenting a smooth curve, which can be corrected by the patient.
		Structural kyphosis is caused by an abnormality affecting the bones, intervertebral discs, nerves, ligaments, or muscles.
	www.spineuniverse.com /displayarticle.php/article1437.html (706 words)

	Kyphosis - Children's Hospital Boston (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		However, a spine affected by kyphosis shows evidence of a forward curvature of the back bones (vertebrae) in the upper back area, giving the child a "humpback" appearance.
		The physician makes the diagnosis of kyphosis with a complete medical history of the child, physical examination, and diagnostic tests.
		The treatment of kyphosis is individualized for each child, depending on his/her age, amount of curvature, and amount of time remaining for skeletal growth.
	www.childrenshospital.org /az/Site1102/printerfriendlypageS1102P0.html (832 words)

	Kyphosis - Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
		Kyphosis is defined as a curvature of the spine in the sagittal (front to back) plane with the convexity toward the back.
		The physician obtains a complete prenatal and birth history of the child and asks if other family members are known to have kyphosis.
		Kyphosis will require frequent examinations by your child's physician to monitor the curve as your child grows and develops.
	lpch.org /DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/orthopaedics/kyphosis.html (841 words)

	Kyphosis deformity treatment \| Orthopaedic Surgery - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
		Kyphosis comes from the Greek word for "hunchbacked." The kyphosis deformity is a curvature of the spine seen best from the side.
		Surgical treatment of kyphosis is similar to that of scoliosis.
		Surgical treatment of kyphosis is similar to that for scoliosis, except that the risks for neurological complication are greater, particularly with congenital kyphosis.
	www.chop.edu /consumer/jsp/division/generic.jsp?id=77112 (268 words)

	Kyphosis: Bone Disorders: Merck Manual Home Edition
		Kyphosis may be noticed only because it alters the body's appearance.
		Mild kyphosis that does not produce symptoms is sometimes detected only during a routine physical examination.
		Rarely, despite treatment, kyphosis worsens to such an extent that surgery is needed to straighten the spine.
	www.merck.com /mmhe/sec23/ch278/ch278c.html (209 words)

	Orthoseek \| Orthopedic Topics \| Scheuermann's Kyphosis
		Scheuermann's kyphosis is a condition of the of the thoracic spine in adolescents where there is wedging of the vertebrae, leading to excessive thoracic kyphosis and a severe roundback deformity.
		Roundback posture is very common in the early teenage years, and is often a expression of normal variation, rather than any pathological process This is the common "slouch" position that parents hate, but teenagers persist in, either to express their growing independence or to irritate their parents.
		In Scheuermann's disease, in addition to the thoracic kyphosis, one can see the classical findings of wedging of multiple (three or more) vertebral bodies of at least 5 degrees each, and Schmorl's nodes, which are small herniations of disc material into the end-plates of the vertebral bodies.
	www.orthoseek.com /articles/scheuermann.html (793 words)

	eMedicine - Scheuermann Kyphosis : Article by Clifford Tribus, MD (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		Scheuermann thoracic kyphosis is a structural deformity of the thoracic spine (see Image 1), defined by anterior wedging of at least 5° of 3 or more adjacent thoracic vertebral bodies.
		In adolescents, the kyphosis had increased to an average of 25.11° with an SD of 8.16 in boys and 26.00° with an SD of 7.43 in girls.
		Some of the patients with Scheuermann kyphosis were demonstrated to have a mild form of osteoporosis, although the cause and effect of this finding in terms of developing Scheuermann kyphosis was not made.
	www.emedicine.com /orthoped/topic555.htm (7273 words)

	Kyphosis by Globalspine.net
		Kyphosis is caused by any condition that deforms the bones of the thoracic part of the spine so that the person is bent forward.
		There are two common forms of kyphosis encountered in the population: Scheueremann's kyphosis and postural kyphosis.
		It is characterized by a short, sharp kyphosis in the middle part of the upper spine, and may be associated with aching back pain.
	www.globalspine.net /kyphosis.html (155 words)

	Kyphosis - Disorder Treatment
		The goals of physical therapy are to help you learn correct posture and body movements to counteract the effects of kyphosis, maintain appropriate activity levels, maximize your range of motion and strength and learn ways to manage your condition.
		Progression of the kyphosis deformity is another reason for considering surgery.
		Each case of kyphosis is somewhat different and may require a very specialized approach for optimal results.
	www.lajollaspine.com /sdsd_kyph_treat.shtml (609 words)

	Scheuermann's Kyphosis (Scheuermann's Disease): Abnormal Curvature of the Spine
		One specific type of kyphosis is called Scheuermann's kyphosis (or Scheuermann's disease).
		The exact causes of Scheuermann's kyphosis are still unknown, however researchers believe it has something to do with interrupted bone growth or an abnormality in how vertebrae develop and grow.
		The curvature of the kyphosis is measured in degrees.
	www.spineuniverse.com /displayarticle.php/article593.html (750 words)

	KYPHOSIS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
		It is important to discover if the kyphosis is a result of a structural problem or just bad posture.
		If kyphosis is a structural problem, early detection and treatment are important.
		Bad posture or slouching is the most common cause of kyphosis.
	www.metrohealth.org /HI/indexes/BONE3433.htm (340 words)

	AllRefer Health - Kyphosis (Hunchback, Postural Kyphosis, Roundback, Scheuermann's Disease)
		AllRefer Health - Kyphosis (Hunchback, Postural Kyphosis, Roundback, Scheuermann's Disease)
		You are here : AllRefer.com > Health > Diseases and Conditions > Kyphosis
		Topics that might be of interest to you
	health.allrefer.com /health/kyphosis-info.html (369 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)