Kyphosis
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What is Kyphosis?Kyphosis is an important thing to know about, a condition concerning the spine...
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Kyphosis: Curvature of the Upper SpineLearn about the myths and truths of kyphosis. -
Living with Scheuermann's KyphosisI was first diagnosed with Scheuermann's Kyphosis in high school. Through trial and error, I have found ways to manage my pain.
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Kyphosis: Identifying Symptoms in Young ChildrenKyphosis is a life altering health complication of the spine that is typically recognizable in young children when the condition first begins to develop. Here is what parents need to know.
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Kyphosis Affects Your Spine and Can Lead to Severe Back PainOne serious medical condition that affects your spine is called kyphosis and it can lead to severe damage of several internal organs.
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Life with Scheuermann's Kyphosis of the SpineI thought my severe back pain was a result of pregnancy, child birth and child rearing. In fact, it was because of an uncommon disease called Scheuermann's Kyphosis of the spine or Scheuermann's disease.
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Overview: Kyphosis of the SpineKyphosis of the spine causes back pain because of the malformed portion of the spine.
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Kyphosis Symptoms, Causes, and TreatmentsKyphosis is a type of bone disorder. This article gives an overview on it.
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Scheuermann's Disease and PregnancyDealing with pregnancy while living with a spinal condition called Scheuermann's Disease, a form of Kyphosis of the spine, is possible with the right attitude and lifestyle changes.
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Why Kate Gosselin Hunches and SlumpsEver notice that Kate slumps her back and shoulders? There is a specific reason for this, and she may not even know it.
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Common Osteoporosis SymptomsThis article describes the five most common signs and symptoms of Osteoporosis.
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Healthbase Facilitates Medical Tourism Spine Fusion Surgery for Uninsured American in IndiaUnable to seek care in the United States due to financial and insurance limitations, as uninsured American finally found relief from his 20-year old chronic back pain in India through a lumbar spine surgery facilitated by Healthbase.
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AchondroplasiaAll the general information on Achondroplasia that you may need.
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Is it Just the Aches and Pains or Do You Have Osteoporosis?Do not ignore that backache or the loss of height; you could have Osteoporosis.
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Marfan Syndrome: A PrimerBrief overview of the genetic disorder. Defines the disorder and discusses the diagnosis process, complications and treatment.
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Understanding Restrictive Lung DiseasesThere is much to digest about restrictive lung disease including the different types and the diseases that fall into each type. It is important for patient and family to grasp some of this information.
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Back Pain Can Result from Some Surprising and Unlikely Causes: Here's What You Should KnowWhile it may come as a surprise, smoking is just one of many risk factors for chronic back pain that you may not be aware of. Identifying and addressing other surprising causes of back pain can help prevent serious disability later on.
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King Tut, the Poor Little Rich BoyThis is a brief overview of the many medical problems experienced by the most famous pharoah in history, King Tutankhamun. Despite his immense wealth and status as a living god on earth, Tut suffered to an extent hardly seen in developed countries today.
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About Spinal StenosisSpinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal. It results in nerve pinching and often debilitating or disabling pain accompanied by lack of sensation.
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Foxwalking and Changing PostureI describe my version of foxwalking,my efforts toward changing my posture. I also do a bit of self posture analysis.
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Upper Back Flexibility ExercisesLoosen up a tight upper back with four exercises. A tight upper back can contribute to an array of back problems.
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Lower Back Pain and ExerciseWhen suffering from back pain, most people cannot even fathom the thought of exercising. But ultimately, it will turn out to be one of the wisest decisions you will ever make.
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Posture PerfectI recall my high school typing teacher telling the class that we would lose two inches off our waists if we would be aware of our posture. -
Spinal Injuries: A Patient's Fear and PerspectiveComing to terms with a broken back diagnosis, and a word of warning to readers.
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Medical Problems Associated with Spina BifidaThe following article explores medical problems that have been associated with Spina Bifida.
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What is Proteus Syndrome?Proteus Syndrome is a rare congenital disorder. The disorder is quite complex and is characterized by a variety of abnormalities. -
Ankylosing Spondylitis: Symptoms, Causes and TreatmentsAnkylosing Spondylitis is a progressive form of arthritis that targets the spine and sacroiliac joints. The disease affects 129 out of every 100,000 people in the US.
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Risk Factors of Back Pain that You Should KnowEpidemiological studies also point to certain risk factors that influence the incidence or prevalence of low back pain. These can be divided into two major groups: occupational and patient-related.
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Understanding Back Pain: Your Spine and How it WorksTo maintain the health of the spine, we must first understand how it is designed. This three part educational series explains how the spine, soft tissues and nerves must work together to maintain spinal health.
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Who was Kokopelli?This paper examines the different theories of origin for the Hopi-Zuni kachina, Kokopelli. From the Pueblos reaching far into South America, Kokopelli is shrouded in mystery as a mythical trickster, trader and fertility god.
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Chiari Malformation: A Once Rare ConditionIt is very diffcult to find information on this condition so I have compiled all of the relevant information for you right here.
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Hurlers Syndrome: Brinley Craig is Fighting for His Life, Fighting the Rarest of DisordersHurlers Syndrome can often be treated if it is diagnosed by the age of 2 with a bone marrow or cord blood transplant, this is the story of one such special boy.
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Living with "Dowager's Hump"This article defines "dowager's hump," discusses its effects on the body, and explains how it can become worse. It also lists the exercises that are appropriate for those who have this condition and those that should be avoided.
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1 in Million - Rare DiseasesRecently, Michael Jackson was reported to be suffering from a rare genetic disease called Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. The condition is just one among the 8,000 or so known rare disease worldwide.
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Marfan Syndrome: You Could Have it but Not Even Know ItThis is an article that will teach you about Marfan Syndrome and give you signs and symptoms to determine if you think you should get checked or not for it.
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Pregnancy and ExercisePregnancy and exercise.
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Back Pain, Spinal Arthritis and Spine Fusion SurgeryBack or spine is one of the most important parts of your body. It protects the spinal cord, provides structural balance to the head, shoulders and chest, and helps balance and distribute the weight of your body.
