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Causes of Kyphosis

What causes kyphosis? Kyphosis develops when the normal outward curve of the upper spine becomes exaggerated because the vertebrae, discs, ligaments, muscles, or surrounding skeletal structures no longer maintain balanced alignment. In some people this happens as a result of abnormal…

Diagnosis of Kyphosis

Kyphosis is usually identified through a combination of visual assessment, physical examination, and imaging studies that measure the shape of the spine. The condition refers to an excessive forward curvature of the thoracic spine, although some degree of kyphotic curve is…

What is Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a structural condition in which the spine curves sideways in three dimensions rather than remaining aligned in a straight vertical column. In many cases the vertebrae also rotate, so scoliosis is not simply a side-to-side bend but a combination…

FAQ about Scoliosis

This FAQ article explains scoliosis in clear, practical terms. It covers what the condition is, why it develops, how it is diagnosed, which treatments are used, and what people can expect over time. It also answers common questions about risk, prevention,…

Symptoms of Scoliosis

The symptoms of scoliosis are usually the visible and physical effects of an abnormal sideways curvature and rotation of the spine. In many cases, the earliest signs are uneven shoulders, a tilted waist, one shoulder blade that protrudes more than the…

Causes of Scoliosis

Scoliosis is caused by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine that develops when the normal forces shaping the vertebral column become unbalanced. In many people, the curve arises through a combination of biological processes rather than a single clear trigger.…

Diagnosis of Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a structural spinal condition defined by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine, often accompanied by vertebral rotation. It is usually identified first through a clinical observation, such as asymmetry of the shoulders, waist, or rib cage, and then…