(1) However, a spine affected by kyphosis shows evidence of a forward curvature of the back bones (vertebrae) in the upper back area, giving the child a "humpback" appearance.(2) The symptoms of kyphosis may resemble other spinal conditions or deformities, or may be a result of an injury or infection.(3) Patients with postural kyphosis can generally correct the kyphosis by making a conscious effort to do so.(4) In this report we describe a patient with a chronic kyphotic deformity who was treated with an anterior release, posterior reduction and fixation, and anterior interbody fusion.(5) If asked to lift up both hands, this person will sink into a posterior pelvic tilt and kyphotic seated position, in an attempt to maintain sitting balance.(6) However, having said that, I remember reading about whether their doctor would correct the kyphotic curve in addition to the scoliosis.(7) Kyphosis is a progressive disorder that can affect children or adults in the thoracic or cervical spine.(8) Familial Scheuermann disease is characterized by kyphotic deformity of the spine that develops in adolescence.(9) Vertebroplasty makes no attempt to restore height and correct the kyphotic deformity which results from an osteoporotic compression fracture.
