Description
Kyphosis is a disease of the Spinal Cord.
The round back or hunch on the back is Kyphosis. In this, the structure of the Spinal Cord becomes abnormally round.
Spinal Cord is made up of a number of Vertebrae. They provide posture and flexibility to the Spinal Cord. However, in Kyphosis the structure of the Spine is abnormally round. It causes stiffness and tenderness in the Spinal Cord.
Causes of Kyphosis
Old Age
Arthritis
Weak Muscles
Slipped Disc
Osteoporosis
Paget's Disease
Muscular Dystrophy
Spina Bifida Tumors
Degeneration of the Bones
Injury to the Spinal Cord
Other Physical Disorders
Disorders of the Endocrine System
If not treated properly, Kyphosis may cause
Deformity of the Back Bones