Kyphosis Synonyms

kī-fōsĭs
An abnormal backward curve to the vertebral column
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. humpback
  2. hunchback

Words Related to Kyphosis

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. subluxation
  2. valgus
  3. angulation
  4. malalignment
  5. spondylolisthesis

Kyphosis Sentence Examples

  • It can become very curved - doctors call this kyphosis.

  • If stability remains in doubt, a trial of nonoperative bracing with careful follow-up to identify any progressive kyphosis is a reasonable option.

  • Kyphosis. Kyphosis is an abnormal outward curvature of the spine at the back, sometimes called hunchback when it occurs in the upper back.

  • Children with Marfan may develop kyphosis either in the upper (thoracic) spine or the lower (lumbar) spine.

  • In addition, the child's spine should be x rayed in order to measure the extent of scoliosis or kyphosis.

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