Kyphosis is an exaggerated, forward rounding of the upper back. In older people, kyphosis is often due to weakness in the spinal bones that causes them to compress or crack. Ot… See more

Mild kyphosis may produce no noticeable signs or symptoms. In fact, the upper back … See more

The bones (vertebrae) that make up a healthy spine look like cylinders stacked in a column. Kyphosis occurs when the vertebrae in the back become more wedge shaped. Th… See more

In addition to causing back pain, kyphosis may cause: 1. Limited physical functions.Kyphosis is associated with weakened back muscles and difficulty doing task… See more