Background: Freestyle and Greco-Roman are two types of wrestling that place the spine of athletes in different positions. Theoretically, it can be argued that this can lead to adverse effects on the ...

Kyphosis is an exaggerated forward curve of the spine, often caused by poor posture, genetics, or injury. It can affect appearance and cause discomfort. Kyphosis of the spine, also known as ...

Kyphosis refers to an excessive forward curvature in the upper back. Posture, age, and spinal features can cause it. It can lead to back pain and other problems and may need treatment. Doctors call an ...

Kyphosis is an abnormal rounding of the upper back. It is a relatively common condition that often develops in adolescence or young adulthood. Having a small curve in the upper back is normal.

The human spine is meant to bend naturally, but an excessive curving of the spine, or kyphosis, is a condition that is either inherited or develops over time. Dr. Tom Miller speaks with Dr. Nicholas ...

The mild outward curve of your upper spine, called kyphosis, is normal. However, for some people, that spinal curvature increases noticeably with age, creating a stooped-over, head-forward posture.

Dowager hump is the not-so-nice name for kyphosis, a condition where you develop a bend or “hump” in your upper back. It’s more common now because of the way people use their phones and other devices.