Thoracic Kyphosis - Sport

Kyphosis is a term used to describe marked curvature of the spine in the sagittal plane that results in an abnormally rounded back. A certain degree of kyphosis is normally present at the thoracic and ... EurekAlert!: Thoracic kyphosis in those over 50 may not be a predictor of physical decline Thoracic kyphosis in those over 50 may not be a predictor of physical decline BMJ: Comparison of thoracic kyphosis in two groups of elite Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestlers and a group of non-athletic participants Comparison of thoracic kyphosis in two groups of elite Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestlers and a group of non-athletic participants Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Key Takeaways The thoracic spine is made up of 12 bones that attach to your ribs and support your rib cage.Excessive curvature in the thoracic spine, ...

Healio: Some cervical kyphosis may be necessary for patients to maintain horizontal gaze Some cervical kyphosis may be necessary for patients to maintain horizontal gaze