Kyphosis of the Spine
Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

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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