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What famous character wears a crown and suffers from kyphosis?
The Hunchback of Notre Dame wears a crown and suffers from kyphosis.
Does kyphosis mean hunchbacked in Greek?
Yes. Kyphosis does mean hunchbacked in Greek.
What is the strech for kyphosis?
Tight and weak muscles in the chest and back are common symptoms of kyphosis.
Can you die from kyphosis?
yes people can die from kyphosis because they have hard trouble breathing
What is the prognosis for a patient with kyphosis?
Congenital kyphosis may be alleviated to some extent by surgery and bracing. Kyphosis occurring later in life may worsen over time.
What is reverse kyphosis?
The term kyphosis, refers to an abnormal and exaggerated rounding of the spine. To use an example, the Hunchback of Notre Dame had kyphosis. Kyphosis refers to the normal convex curvature of the spine as it occurs in the thoracic and sacral regions.
How is kyphosis diagnosed?
A quick look at the back will usually identify kyphosis. X rays of the spine will confirm the diagnosis and identify its cause.
What are the risks associated with 'kyphosis'?
Kyphosis (or "roundback") can cause severe pain and discomfort, digestion and respiratory difficulties, cardiovascular irregularities, neurological compromise and in extreme cases: a shortened lifespan. There are several types of kyphosis that require different kinds of treatment.
What are the symptoms of kyphosis?
The stress caused by kyphosis produces such symptoms as an increase in musculoskeletal pains, tension headaches, back aches, and joint pains.
What is the condition known as humpback?
kyphosis
What are the posture defects?
Kyphosis Lordosis Scoliosis
Can kyphosis be reversed without surgery?
Kyphosis can only be reversed if the patient is still growing (for example a 10 year old). Otherwise surgery is required.
