Kyphosis of the Spine
Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment
What would you like to know?
What are the symptoms of Kyphosis of the Spine?
Symptoms associated with this condition are:
- Rounded shoulders
- The hump on the back
- Mild back pain
- Fatigue
- Spine stiffness
- Tight hamstrings
- Weakness
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Loss of sensation
- Shortness of breath
What are the complications of Kyphosis of the Spine?
It may lead to the development of certain complications such as:
- Breathing problems
- Limited physical functions
- Digestive problems
- Body image issues
- Persistent back pain
- An irreversible hunch at the back
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References:
- Kyphosis of the Spine. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/kyphosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20374205 Accessed on June 22, 2020.
- Kyphosis of the Spine. Medicine Net. Available at: https://www.medicinenet.com/kyphosis/article.htm Accessed on June 22, 2020.
- Kyphosis of the Spine. Healthline. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/kyphosis Accessed on June 22, 2020.
- Kyphosis of the Spine. Medical News Today. Available at: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324071 Accessed on June 22, 2020
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