Question 1

can my dowagers hump be reversed?

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Yes: Dowager's hump (thoracic kyphosis) can be reversed, but entails a significant surgical procedure.  It is a structural deformity, which does not respond to bracing or therapy. Surgical intervention to release the deformity, followed by corrective fusion, can be performed in correctly selected patients.

Question 2

can i massage away this hump on my back?

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Depends: This depends on what the "hump" is and where it's located.  Muscle spasms can improve with massage.  I would see your physician for a diagnosis first.

Question 3

i am developing a hump, what should i do?

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Hump: Is this a hump of your back or neck? Do you have any symptoms?  The best thing to do is to have it medically evaluated.

Question 4

i have a hump over my heal that hurts when i touch it :(?

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Needs checked: Pain is our body's way of alerting us that there is something wrong. The degree of pain is not a reliable measure of the severity of the problem. If not from a blow, then it should be investigated

Question 5

when i bend over i have a hump in my back  
i do a lot of gym work and general exercise, when i stand up right my back looks fine?

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Scoliosis: A possible reason for a hump that is visible when bending over is scoliosis.  A full spine x-ray would better identify this condition.

Question 6

why do babies hump things?

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No special reason: Toddlers hump things probably because humping things feels good to them. In the mind of a toddler, there is no reason to not hump things as long as it feels like fun.

Question 7

can yoga reduce a dowagers hump?

Accepted Answer

No: Not really, but it can help you in other ways.

Question 8

how can you prevent dowagers hump?

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See an  orthopedist: If spinal xrays show early signs of kyphosis   then  one might benefit from using a posture corrector.  It is also wise to rule out evidence of osteoporosis, vertebral fractures, or arthritic diseases.

Question 9

fatty hump at base of neck, what is this?

Accepted Answer

Brown fat: If it's in back at the base of your neck, chances are its a collection of brown fat. Brown fat differs from regular white fat in that it's rich in mitochondria and metabolically active. While the role in adults is unclear, it may have a function in regulating body weight. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 10

how to lose the hump behind my neck i am 55kg and 5'4"tall?

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See doctor: Hump behind the neck suggests and endocrine issue and needs to be evaluated by additional history, physical examination and some tests. In the mean time - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form.

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I am developing a hump, what should i do?

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I have a hump over my heal that hurts when i touch it :(?

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When i bend over i have a hump in my back i do a lot of gym work and general exercise, when i stand up right my back looks fine?

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Why do babies hump things?

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Can yoga reduce a dowagers hump?

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How can you prevent dowagers hump?

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How to lose the hump behind my neck i am 55kg and 5'4"tall?

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