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A. This is a common problem in young people and can present as a sports injury. At puberty the thoracic part of the back develops an abnormal forward curve called a kyphosis. Treatment is intended to relieve symptoms and surgery is rarely needed. Bracing can be helpful if the curve is greater than about 50 degrees.
