I wrote about kyphosis and lordosis of the lower back, and I received many inquiries about scoliosis. Scoliosis is also an abnormal curvature of the spine. With scoliosis, the spine curves sideways.

Older adults, particularly those with a history of stooped or physically demanding work, are at higher risk for developing LDK. Lumbar degenerative kyphosis (LDK) is a spinal condition often seen in ...

Kyphoscoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine in both the lateral — scoliosis — and forward — kyphosis — directions. It results in a complex three-dimensional shape, leading to a noticeable ...

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Scoliosis is an abnormal, sideways curvature of the spine. In scoliosis, the vertebrae curve to one side and rotate or twist. This can make it appear as if you are leaning to one side. The curve of ...

Kyphosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine. The upper part of the spine normally has a C-shaped curve. Kyphosis causes rounding of the upper back, or a hunchback. Kyphosis typically affects the ...

Nerve cells in the spinal cord activate involuntary, autonomic reflexes often referred to as “fight or flight” responses in response to stressful or dangerous stimuli. These protective responses cause ...

Miami-based chiropractor Dr. Jason Worrall has over two decades of experience helping everyone from pro athletes – here he is with Serena Williams and Dwayne Wade, among others – to everyday people.