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Kyphosis (Curvature of the Spine)
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Few things bother parents more than their child's posture. This is particularly true for an exaggerated rounding to the back. Some degree of curvature to the spine is normal. The term "kyphosis" (kI-fO-sis) is usually applied to the curve that results in an exaggerated "round-back." A variety of disorders may be responsible for this condition
Type: Reference Material
Author/Contact: Not Available
Institution: POSNA/AAOS
Primary Subject/Category:
- - OCOSH Classification: Bone Diseases: Spinal Diseases: Spinal Deformity: Kyphosis
- - Patient Information: Back Pain
- - Patient Information: Spinal Surgery
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Added: Fri Jan 11 2002
Last Modified: Thu Jul 19 2007