परिभाषा
Kyphosis is an abnormal rounding or curve to the spine. A certain degree of normal curve is seen in the spine. The abnormal kyphosis occurs in the thoracic spine (along ribs). The three main types of कुब्जता हैं:
- Postural kyphosis—the most common abnormal type and is caused by bad posture
- Congenital kyphosis—a type that is present at birth
- Scheuermann’s kyphosis—a severe type that is genetic, but appears during the teenage years
If you think you or your child may have this condition, contact your doctor. Treatments may need to be started at a young age.
का कारण बनता है
कुब्जता can start at any age. It can have various causes, including:
- Bad posture
- वात रोग
- Fractures of the vertebrae (bones in the spine)
- Trauma to the spine
- ऑस्टियोपोरोसिस
- Spine infection
- Certain diseases:
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- मार्फन सिन्ड्रोम
- Cerebral palsy
- Abnormal fetal development
- Unknown
जोखिम कारक
Factors that can increase your chance of getting kyphosis include:
- Marfan syndrome or other tissue disease
- Condition that weakens bones, like osteoporosis
- आयु
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- Adolescence for postural or Scheuermann’s
- Elderly with osteoporosis and spine fractures
- Sex
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- Boys for Scheuermann’s kyphosis
- Girls for postural kyphosis
लक्षण
Tell your doctor if you have any of these:
- Excess curve or hump in the back
- पीठ दर्द
निदान
Most cases can be diagnosed during a physical exam. Some cases are found at school during a scoliosis check. Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done to look for abnormal curve in the spine, rounded shoulders, and a hump on the back. Your doctor may refer you to a specialist in spine problems.
Your doctor may need pictures of your spine. This can be done with X-rays or other imaging tests.
Your doctor may need to measure how well you breathe. This can be done with pulmonary function tests.
उपचार
आपके लिए सर्वोत्तम योजना के बारे में अपने डॉक्टर से बात करें। विकल्पों में निम्नलिखित शामिल हैं:
शारीरिक चिकित्सा
Your doctor may refer you to a physical therapist to learn specific exercises. This may include strength work, stretching, and overall conditioning. You may also be taught how to maintain a correct posture. You may be instructed to sleep on a firm mattress.
दवाएं
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may be given for pain or discomfort. Medicine may be given to treat any other conditions, like osteoporosis.
Back Brace
Braces are sometimes used. They can help correct kyphosis or reduce discomfort.
सर्जरी
Surgery is reserved for severe cases. The spine is straightened by fusing the back bones (vertebrae) together. Surgeons may use bone from the pelvis to fuse the back bones. A metal rod may also be inserted into the spine to help straighten it.
Vertebral compression fractures, a cause of kyphosis, is sometimes treated with special cement. The cement is injected into the back bones affected.
रोकथाम
To help reduce your chance of getting kyphosis, take the following steps:
- Seek treatment for any bone diseases like arthritis and osteoporosis.
- Pay attention to your posture and avoid slouching.