Kyphosis is an excessive forward rounding of the upper back. In older people, kyphosis is often due to weakness in the spinal bones that causes them to compress or crack.

Oct 30, 2025 · When the bones in the spine weaken, they can press together and make a hunched posture worse. Vertebral fractures also can press on and possibly damage the spinal cord and nerves.

This excessive forward rounding of the back is often caused by osteoporosis in older women. Spinal malformations can cause kyphosis in infants or teens.

Sep 9, 2019 · Several months after the procedure, Gyles still had some stiffness in his back. But the debilitating pain was gone, and he had returned to a much more active lifestyle. "It's not quite as …

Dec 3, 2024 · I was having problems with my back for over 25 years. I finally gave in and got surgery, however, I think I waited too long and as an result the surgery was extensive.

Jul 7, 2023 · A forward, hunched posture also can cause these tendons to become pinched, or impinged. Eventually, this can lead to a tear in the rotator cuff tissue, a more serious injury that can …

Dec 17, 2025 · The bones that make up the spine, called vertebrae, can weaken to the point that they crumple and collapse. This may result in back pain, lost height and a hunched posture.

Aug 10, 2025 · So, with a hunched back, a short neck, a muffin top and all body parts about hitting the floor, yes, it is depressing. I dont want to shop for clothes now because nothing fits right.

Dec 11, 2022 · I recently strained my upper back from over working on my laptop (staring down too long) and then over stretching. I felt like I pulled something in my upper spine, and ever since have had …

Sep 4, 2025 · I find that my lower back on the sides of my ribs and hips are fatigued easily from even 20 minutes of pulling weeds or similar tasks. Is this normal, should I be considering another doctor visit?