Scoliosis & Other Back Problems Archives | Page 19 of 33

Jul

2017

What is Thoracic Hyperkyphosis?

Erika

Thoracic hyperkyphosis is a condition where the thoracic (upper) spine curves forward, resulting in a slouched or hunched appearance. It can affect people of all ages for a variety of different reasons. While most people have some level of curvature in the upper spine, a person is said to have hyperkyphosis if the … Read more

Jul

2017

Posture Improvement at Scoliosis SOS

Erika

Here at the Scoliosis SOS Clinic, we specialise in the non-surgical treatment of spinal conditions such as scoliosis and hyperkyphosis. Our approach combines a variety of different methods, including various types of exercise, physical manipulation and more. For sufferers of scoliosis and other spinal conditions, uneven posture can be a persistent problem, causing pain and … Read more

Jun

2017

Spinal Fusion Surgery: Success Rate & Other Information

Erika

Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that is commonly recommended in severe cases of scoliosis. In the UK, spinal fusion surgery will usually be considered as a treatment option once the patient’s spinal curve measures 40 degrees; in some other countries, it may not be recommended without a Cobb angle measurement of at least 50 degrees. … Read more

Jun

2017

Kyphoscoliosis: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Erika

Kyphoscoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine on two different planes: the coronal plane, which divides the stomach and back; and the sagittal plane, which divides the body into its left and right sides. This curvature is effectively a combination of hyperkyphosis (forward spinal curve) and scoliosis (sideways spinal curve). Kyphoscoliosis can occur at any age, … Read more