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  • Kyphosis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Kyphosis (Greek - kyphos, a hump), in general terms, is a curvature of the upper spine. It can be either the result of bad posture or a structural anomaly in the spine.

  • Kyphosis - Back Pain - Conditions

    A guide to back pain and kyphosis. What is it? Why does it happen? Can it be treated? ... Kyphosis is the name given to the normal curvature of the human, thoracic spine ...

  • MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Kyphosis

    Alternative Names Return to top. Scheuermann's disease; Roundback; Hunchback; Postural kyphosis. Definition Return to top. Kyphosis is a curving of the spine that causes a ...

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