Kyphosis: Causes, Methods of Treatment and Potential Complications (Rheumatism and Musculoskeletal Disorders)

By Janice Newton

Kyphosis is an abnormal increased forward angulation of the spine which results in a minimal to severe spinal deformity producing a slouching posture. Patients may present with progressive deformity accompanied by associated consequences including neck pain, neurologic dysfunction, postural instability, and marked decline in health-related quality of life. This book discusses what may be the cause of kyphosis, the methods of treatment available and other potential complications it leads to.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1634832248
• ISBN13: 9781634832243
• Release Date: September 2015
• Publisher: Nova Science Pub Inc
• Length: 107 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.0" x 0.5" x 9.0"