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Is there any possibility for a postural kyphosis to be more than 45 degree?

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Dr. Lali Sekhon
Dr. Lali Sekhonanswered
Neurosurgery 34 years experience
Sure but unlikely: If the spine ie flexible it may correct with posture. Most postural kyphoses are less than 20 degrees but in the immature spine before marked stiffening has occurerd it is possible.
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