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Whats the difference between kyphosis and scoliosis?
We spoke with chiropractor Dr. Arthur Moosally. He explains, “Kyphosis is an over-curvature of the thoracic spine – the part between your neck and lower back. Often a hump forms, so you’re leaning forward or backward too much.” With scoliosis, the back has an exaggerated side-to-side S-curve.
Scoliosis is more common than kyphosis. Both curvatures can be treated with back braces as long as the patient’s body is still growing. This is why it’s so important for all girls between ages 8 and 14 to have their spines checked out.
No matter what the diagnosis, you do have options – talk to your doctor or chiropractor.
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