Hello people, sat down to watch a movie today and it was about a woman with hunch back and i have notice that people usually view people who have hunch back as some kinda spiritual thing or problem especially down here in Nigeria. So I decided to google it up and I found that the condition is known as KYPHOSIS. This will be very useful in informing alot of people about this....

What is Kyphosis?
Kyphosis is from Greek word κυφός kyphos meaning a[b] hump[/b]. It refers to the abnormally excessive convex kyphotic curvature of the spine as it occurs in the cervical, thoracic and sacral regions.

Kyphosis, also known as a round back or hunchback, is a condition in which the spine in the upper back has an excessive curvature. The upper back, or thoracic region of the spine, is supposed to have a slight natural curve. The spine naturally curves in the neck, upper back, and lower back to help absorb shock and support the weight of the head. Kyphosis occurs when this natural arch is larger than normal.

Types of Kyphosis
There are several types of kyphosis.

Postural Kyphosis
If you can correct the hump in your back, then you most likely have postural kyphosis. As the name implies, it's related to poor posture. The hump in postural kyphosis is very round and smooth.

Structural Kyphosis
A hump caused by structural kyphosis can't be corrected just by thinking about your posture. Structural kyphosis involves a problem with a part of the spine, such as a deformity in the vertebrae. The hump caused by structural kyphosis is much more angular than a hump caused by postural kyphosis. A particularly sharp, angular curve is called a gibbus deformity. In diagnosing structural kyphosis, the doctor will look for a gibbus.

Structural kyphosis is further divided into two types:

Primary Structural Kyphosis: This type of kyphosis isn't caused by another condition.

One type of primary structural kyphosis is congenital kyphosis. That means that you're born with defects in the spine that cause it to curve too much. Often, heart and kidney problems are associated with congenital kyphosis because the spine, heart, and kidneys develop around the same time (third to sixth week of pregnancy).

The best example of primary structural kyphosis is Scheuermann's kyphosis, also known as Scheuermann's disease or juvenile kyphosis. It affects adolescents, and it develops when the front of the vertebrae don't grow as quickly as the back of the vertebrae. Instead of being rectangular, they become wedge shaped, and the spine starts to curve too much.

Doctors diagnose Scheuermann's kyphosis based on the following criteria: [/b]the kyphotic curve is greater than 50º, at least three adjacent vertebrae are wedged by at least 5º per vertebra, and there are small disc herniations called Schmorl's nodes.

[b]Secondary Structural Kyphosis: This type of kyphosis is caused by another condition. For example, osteoporosis in the spine may weaken to the vertebrae to the point of fracturing. The spine can then curve outward too much because it has structural problems. Osteoporosis is the primary condition; kyphosis is the secondary condition caused by the primary condition.

Symptoms

In addition to an abnormally curved spine, kyphosis can also cause back pain and stiffness in some people. Mild cases of kyphosis may produce no noticeable signs or symptoms.

When to see a doctor
Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice an increased curve in your upper back or in your child's spine.

Common Causes of Kyphosis
Kyphosis can affect people of any age. However, it rarely occurs in newborns because it is usually caused by poor posture. Kyphosis caused by poor posture is called postural kyphosis.

Other potential causes of kyphosis include:

*aging (especially if you have poor posture)
*muscle weakness in the upper back
*Scheuermann’s disease (occurs in children and has no known cause)
*arthritis or other bone degeneration diseases
*osteoporosis (loss of bone strength due to age)
*injury to the spine
*slipped discs
*scoliosis (spinal curvature)

Less commonly, the following may also lead to kyphosis:

*infection in the spine
*birth defects, such as spina bifida tumors
*diseases of the endocrine system
*diseases of the connective tissues
*polio
*Paget’s disease
*muscular dystrophy

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PS: I'm not a medical professional, I'm just a regular citizen trying to inform the general public. If you got one of the above do not fear. Read more online concerning it and how it can be treated....All the best!

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sources: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/kyphosis/basics/definition/CON-20026732

http://www.medicinenet.com/kyphosis/page2.htm

https://www.fvortho.com/causes-and-prevention-of-kyphosis/

Treatments

Postural kyphosis can usually be treated with physical therapy to help strengthen the muscles of your back and correct your posture. Mild pain relievers and antiinflammatory medications can also help with symptoms. These curves do not continue to worsen with time or lead to more serious complications. Surgery is not needed for postural kyphosis.

Scheuermann's kyphosis is usually initially treated with a combination of physical-therapy exercises and mild pain and antiinflammatory medications. If the patient is still growing, a brace can be effective. Braces are often recommended for curves of at least 45 degrees and can be continued until the patient is no longer growing. Your physician will likely obtain routine X-rays to monitor the degree of kyphosis over time. Bracing is not typically recommended for adults who are no longer growing.

In some cases, surgery is recommended for Scheuermann's kyphosis. The goals of surgery are to partially correct the deformity of the kyphosis, relieve pain, and improve your overall spinal alignment. Indications for surgery include a curve greater than 75 degrees, uncontrolled pain, and neurologic, cardiac, or pulmonary complaints.

There are various types of surgical procedures available depending on the specifics of each case. Surgery can be performed from the front (anterior approach), from the back (posterior approach), or both (combined anterior and posterior approach). This decision is made by your surgeon based on the specific characteristics of your curve. You may obtain X-rays bending forward and backward to determine how flexible your spine is. If it is flexible, a posterior approach may be adequate. If you are less flexible, you may need an anterior or combined approach. Regardless of the approach, the surgery involves partially straightening your spine and using rods and screws in the vertebrae to hold the spine while a bony fusion occurs.

Treatment of congenital kyphosis often involves surgery while the patient is an infant. This is because the kyphosis is caused by an abnormality in the developing vertebrae. Surgery earlier in life can help correct the kyphosis before it continues to worsen.

Sometimes kyphosis from painful collapse of vertebrae due to osteoporosis is treated with a procedure called a kyphoplasty, whereby a balloon is inserted into the affected vertebra and filled with a liquid (methymethacrylate) that hardens to restore the vertebral height. This procedure is a last resort after failure of noninvasive treatment.

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Very informative..
Too bad we live in a part of the world where people like that are hunted down for rituals. We have such a long way to go in this continent

Ok,imagine what Kim Kard would have looked like with hunch back

There should be more health trend like dis...i appreciate it

Frank Lampard comes to mind

The poster above me must be an Arsenal or ManU fan

Frank Lampard has shown its rather an advantage cos of the HEAVY shots he shoot

Pleaseso that's the code name for hunch bank

Good one there

Ok

Harry kane has hunch back then.

Really informative.

Nice info

So informative

And ritualists will just be killing them any how thinking it's mercury they're carrying. Na wa oo..

Most guys who walk and act as 'Niggas' have postural kyphosis.

ChemicalReaction:
And ritualists will just be killing them any how thinking it's mercury they're carrying. Na wa oo..

only God knows how many don die for their hand

Down here, they are called ABUKE

OlujobaSamuel:
only God knows how many don die for their hand

Ahswear..

na like dis u dey talk abi u jus dey in the mood?? ...and to think am a self styled afonja..and i remember vividly many years ago this hunch back was worth more than gold,crude oil etc put together..well u made me laugh the heck out like kilode..you might want to re-incarnate but you will still fail to educate people..some race are doomed with reference to traditions and beliefs..i believe in wizardry/witcraft etc but make no mistake is because have seen it work..and if you think am blabbing..ask yourself why we have more churches and mosques more than all the countries of the world..including the ones who brought it to us?take it not away from us..evil is real and it exists but we have blown out of proportion and we lost touch with our immediate reality..which is dangerous as it is, if u are not wise and expose this dark clouds will cover you..but my advice give chance when you can..and do what is right..let your conscience be your LORD.

ChemicalReaction:
And ritualists will just be killing them any how thinking it's mercury they're carrying. Na wa oo..

educating! thanks OP..God bless you front and back.

FunkeAdeoye Thank you for this enlightening piece,
i'am a person living with Kyphosis.

And it is only educative and detailed information like this
that can Help a lot of Nigerian/African Parents and Families to
Fully understand the importance of EARLY CORRECTION in any School Age Child,
that develops Kyphosis.

If they Spot any Asymetrical or Ungainly Posture,
Unfortunately MINE WAS NOT surgically Operated on in
my Childhood,even well into my University Days,
Hence the Deformity had set in well-well,
[cos igbobi Orthopeadic Hosp' did not have equipment]
Before i face Uk after my NYSC.at he age of 22.

Way too late to get any significant Correction,
to my Twisted Lumbar and rib cage.
Folks that know me,know that iv ALWAYS HAD A FRIGGIN
GOOD SENSE OF HUMOUR about the Whole Saga.

However guys making fun aand light about the Condition,
and Mentioning Harry Kane and Frank Lampard here as Hunch Backs
are Truly misguided,hey i can take a Joke,however some poor insecure,
Child struggling with the condition in the Hinterland of a Nigerian/African Village,

may become so UNECESSARILY ASHAMED,EMBARRASSED,DEPRESSED,
and have been known to commit Suicide.oVER WHAT YOU THINK IS FUNNY NO?

So,guys PLEASE atimes be sensitive and well informed,
before you type moreso on Health Condition/illnesses


Ms Funke.Are you an Othopeadic Doctor or Surgeon,
or any of your friends or Family are affected by Kyphosis

Any serious peerson reach me

llkjafr@yahoo.co.uk