Kyphosis

Types

  • Congenital kyphosis:
    • Resulting from abnormal vertebral formation and/or segmentation
    • Can develop more severe manifestations
  • Scheuermann disease (kyphosis):
    • Typically occurs in adolescents
  • Adult sagittal plane deformity:
    • Most common form is sagittal malalignment
    • May lead to decreased health-related quality of life