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Kyphosis Exercises for a Round Upper Back
What is kyphosis?
A person is said to have kyphosis when their spine is excessively curved. Excessive curvature of the spine eventually causes a hump-like experience in the upper back.
According to a 2015 study published in Neurosurgery, over 20–40 percent of elderly adults' experience kyphosis. Most of the changes in the thoracic curve occur in women between 50 and 70 years of age.
Why is exercise important?
Combined with upper cervical chiropractic care, exercises can help improve your kyphosis.
According to a 2019 study review, exercise may positively benefit the thoracic kyphosis angle. In addition, the study suggested that stretching and strengthening could help correct thoracic kyphosis.
What causes kyphosis?
The following are known causes of kyphosis:
- Muscular weakness
- Compression fractures
- Degenerative changes
- Altered movement patterns or biomechanics
Kyphosis may be associated with destructive movement patterns and poor posture. When you spend a lot of time in a flexed position, your head begins to assume a forward position. This will increase…
