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Some say above 40 degree of kyphosis is abnormal and some say above 50? which theory is true? above 40 or above 50?
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Both: These are both significant degrees of kyphosis. At your age I would seek orthopedic evaluation for possible corrective surgery
Answered 1/2/2015
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