Physical therapy can usually be used to treat postural kyphosis. By using exercises to strengthen the back muscles can help. You are able to correct your posture with simple exercises as well.

In addition, a mild form of anti-inflammatory ointment and mild pain medications can help to alleviate symptoms as well. The curves of kyphosis are not going to worsen with time. There is no need for any surgical intervention.

A combination of physical therapy and mild pain medications can be used to treat Scheuermann’s kyphosis. If the patient is still a growing child, a brace can also be used. Back braces are recommended for any curvature of the spine that is at least forty-five degrees.

The child can continue to wear this brace until adult hood. Your doctor is most likely going to order a number of tests, including x-rays. This will help him or her to keep track of the degree of kyphosis. Braces are usually not recommended for adults.

In extreme cases, surgery may be an option for Scheuermann’s kyphosis. The aim of surgical intervention is to correct the deformities of the spine area. It is also the aim to help in pain relief and in aligning the spine correctly.

Candidates for surgery usually have a curvature greater then seventy-five degrees. They may also have uncontrolled and severe pain. In addition, they may also suffer from pulmonary, cardiac, and neurologic complaints.

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