Kyphosis

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Kyphosis is a curving of the spine that causes a bowing of the back, usually in the upper back. It is also known as roundback and Scheuermann disease. This paper examines the causes, symptoms and treatment for Kyphosis.

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"Furthermore, a physician will likely choose to use a brace to treat kyphosis if the curve measures between 60 to 80 degrees on an x-ray, and skeletal growth remains. The physician also determines the type of brace and the amount of time spent in the brace, although gradual weaning from the brace will begin after maximum correction of the curve by the back brace has occurred. Finally, surgery is generally the last resort and is recommended when the curve measures 80 degrees or more on x-ray and bracing is not successful in slowing down the progression of the curve."

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