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By Liji Thomas, MD
Mild Kyphosis
Most patients have mild kyphosis, which does not require treatment beyond taking
over-the-counter pain-relieving medicine for lower back pain, and exercise to
strengthen the back muscles. Physical therapy is best combined with core exercises,
such as martial arts or Pilates. This also controls and gets rid of back pain if done
regularly.
In the case of postural kyphosis, correction of posture, along with the avoidance of
activities like carrying heavy loads on the back, usually leads to a good outcome.
Skilled surgery and careful follow-up produce a normal spinal outcome in the vast
majority of cases.
Complications of Surgery
Spinal fusion is rarely required, but may entail complications, such as:
Post-operative infection
Hemorrhage around the surgical site
Nerve damage with loss of visceral function, such as bowel and bladder
continence