What are the symptoms of kyphosis?
The following are the most common symptoms of kyphosis. However, each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: • difference in shoulder height • the head bends forward compared to the rest of the body • difference in shoulder blade height or position • when bending forward, the height of the upper back appears higher than normal • tight hamstrings (back thigh) muscles Back pain, pain down the legs, and changes in bowel and bladder habits are not commonly associated with kyphosis. A child experiencing these types of symptoms requires further medical evaluation by a physician. The symptoms of kyphosis may resemble other spinal conditions or deformities, or may be a result of an injury or infection. Always consult your child’s physician for a diagnosis.
