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Journal of Spine

Journal of Spine

ISSN: 2165-7939

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Kyphosis

The kyphosis is an exaggerated rounding towards the front of the back. It can occur at any age but is more common in older women. Age-related kyphosis is often caused by weak bones in the spine that cause them to compress or crack. Other types of kyphosis can appear in infants or adolescents due to a malformation of the spine or the pinching of the bones of the spine over time. Mild kyphosis poses few problems. Severe kyphosis can cause pain and be disfiguring. Treatment for kyphosis depends on your age and the cause and effects of the curvature.