27/04/2026
Kyphosis is an excessive, forward rounding of the back (typically often termed a "hunchback ) It causes back pain, stiffness, and posture changes. Causes include poor posture, developmental issues (Scheuermann’s), or age-related fractures. Treatment involves exercise, bracing, or surgery.
Causes of Kyphosis
Postural Kyphosis: The most common type, typically in teenagers, due to slouching and weak muscles.
Scheuermann's Kyphosis: A structural condition where vertebrae develop into a wedge shape during growth.
Degenerative Kyphosis: Caused by weakening spinal discs, age-related bone density loss, or compression fractures (osteoporosis).
Congenital Kyphosis: Present at birth due to improper spinal development.
Neuromuscular/Traumatic: Caused by injuries, infections, or diseases affecting the spine.
Symptoms of Kyphosis
Hunched or rounded upper back.
Back pain and stiffness.
Tenderness in the spine.
Fatigue.
Unfortunately in this day and age of technology appearing everywhere in everyday life, plus how we tend to lean over computers and mobile telephones the picture above will become more apparent with mobile phones and technology ruling ,
The good news is that this issue is fixable a few common sence solutions are below 👇
Always be aware of your posture
Take regular breaks, get up from your deska nd walk around
Try to not slouch, sit upright
Use ergonomic workstations where ever possible
Maintain a healthy weight to support bone health
Use proper lifting techniques are key to prevention