Kyphosis

Study data from University of California update understanding of kyphosis

Published in Women's Health Weekly, April 16th, 2009

In this recent study, researchers in the United States conducted a study "To determine if subjects maintained improvements in kyphosis, spinal extensor strength, and physical performance 1 year after a 12-week multidimensional group exercise program. Follow-up data compared with posttest Outcome measures."

"Outpatient academic medical center. Nineteen of the initial 21 women, ages 65 to 80, with thoracic kyphosis of 50 degrees or greater at the onset of the study completed follow-up testing. Initial intervention included multidimensional group exercise performed 2 times a week for 12 weeks, consisting of spinal extensor strengthening, flexibility exercises, and...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-04-16)

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