Hyperkyphosis

Hyperkyphosis is an excessive curvature of the spine in the upper back, which can cause pain and affect posture.

Signs and symptoms

It may present one or more of the
following:
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  • Dorsal
    curvature
  • Pain in the
    upper part of
    in the back
  • Rigidity
  • Muscular
    fatigue
  • Causes of hyperkyphosis
    • 1. Poor Posture (Postural Kyphosis)
      2. Osteoporosis and 3. Aging
      4. Scheuermann's disease
      5. Degeneración Vertebral
      6. Injuries (Trauma)
      7. Congenital Causes
      8. Metabolic diseases or tumors
  • Types of hyperkyphosis
    • The types of hyperkyphosis are classified according to their cause and rigidity:

      Postural Hyperkyphosis
      Scheuermann's hyperkyphosis (Juvenile)

      Congenital Hyperkyphosis:

      Adult (or Acquired) Hyperkyphosis
      Hyperkyphosis due to trauma or tumors

      Severity levels:

      Mild: Less than 40°.
      Moderate: 40° to 60°.
      Severe:
  • Risk factors
    • Bad Posture and Habits
      Aging and Bone Health
      Degeneración Espinal
      Musculoskeletal Disorders
      Congenital and Genetic Factors
      Tumors, infections, or trauma.
  • Complications
    • Pain and Stiffness
      Physical and Functional Limitations
      Respiratory Problems
      Riesgo de Fracturas y Caídas
      Neurological Problems In severe cases, it can cause nerve compression.
      Digestive Problems
      Psychological Impact
  • When to consult a specialist
    • Appearance of "hump"
      Persistent pain
      Rigidity
      Muscular

    • Specialist in spinal pathologies

    Each case requires

    a different approach.

    Not all back pain requires surgery. The first step is a specialist evaluation to identify the source of the problem and determine the most appropriate treatment for each patient.