Question 1

any ways of correcting kyphosis at age 20's?

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Yes: Many ways correcting kyphosis at age 20, visit spine surgeon he will discuss the options with you. Good luck thanks.

Question 2

anyway of correcting kyphosis/scheuermanns disease 20 degrees at age 28?

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First most do not : Need any surgery unless approaching a very significant degree of kyphosis with yours being a low normal range rather than an abnormal one.  Usually you need to be in the range of 70 degrees or more and be symptomatic otherwise this is generally well tolerated with weight control and regular exercise.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of kyphosis?

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Kyphosis: Pain is the typical symptom associated with kyphosis.  There may be no symptoms at all, but kyphosis is usually associated with pain.
See your family md for a thorough workup.

Question 4

what are the exercises for kyphosis?

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Exercises: For postural kyphosis this result from weakened upper back muscles & tightness of chest muscles. Exercises can help this form of kyphosis. There is not enough space to fully discuss. There are wall exercises and tube exercises that work well. Yoga is very good for this purpose. Talk to your physical therapy for specific exercises tailored specifically for you.

Question 5

what should i do if i have kyphosis ?

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Depend on age & caus: Kyphosis rarely is seen at birth & when present requires surgery. In adolescents it is called scheuermann's disease, a wedging together of several vertebrae. This can be treated by bracing & exercises. Rarely is surgery necessary except for 60• or greater. In adults if it from osteoporosis no treatment may necessary. If painful vertebroplasty  is excellent. But you see your pcp for a diagnosis!

Question 6

what are the concerns with having kyphosis?

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Progression: Kyphosis is normal in the thoracic spine.  A cervical, lumbar or abnormally large thoracic kyphosis may worsen over time.  Kyphosis can cause pain, poor posture and occasionally nerve and spinal cord symptoms.

Question 7

what causes kyphosis progression?

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Kyphosis: Kyphosis is a curvature of the spine that is most commonly associated with an anomaly within the spine and the surrounding muscles. The progression in curvature is due to a lack of balance in the muscles and the spinal structures.

Question 8

is kyphosis/lordosis the same thing?

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Let me help: Kyphosis is a forward rounding of your upper back. Some rounding is normal, but the term "kyphosis" usually refers to an exaggerated rounding, more than 50 degrees. This deformity is also called round back or hunchback.Lordosis: inward curvature of the spine. The spine is not supposed to be absolutely straight, so some degree of curvature is normal. When the curve exceeds the usual range.

Question 9

weight lifting for kyphosis is safe?

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Should be: Just be mindful of technique and building up weights slowly over time.

Question 10

what will improve kyphosis of the spine?

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Kyphosis: Most often, kyphosis only worsens as time goes on... due to gravity and the aging process of 'drying-up' of the discs. The anterior part of the spine gets shorter and the body leans more forward. Good posture and active strengthening of the posterior (back) muslces can keep you more upright... Really changing the kyphosis angle is almost impossible without surgery though...

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