The Clinical Relevance of Hyperkyphosis: A Narrative Review

Frontiers in Endocrinology

W. F. Lems¹  M. C. Koelé²  H. C. Willems² 

[1] Department of Rheumatology, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands;Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Academic Medical Centre Amsterdam, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands;

关键词: hyperkyphosis;    kyphosis;    older adults;    fracture;    fall;    measurement;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fendo.2020.00005

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The kyphosis angle of the thoracic spine tends to increase with aging. Hyperkyphosis is a kyphosis angle, exceeding the normal range. This narrative literature review aims to provide an overview of the current literature concerning kyphosis measurement methods, the etiology and adverse health effects of hyperkyphosis. As of yet, a well-defined threshold for hyperkyphosis is lacking. To attain more generalizability and to be able to compare study results in older adults, we propose to define age-related hyperkyphosis as a Cobb angle of 50° or more in standing position. Hyperkyphosis may be a potentially modifiable risk factor for adverse health outcomes, like fall risk and fractures. Additionally, hyperkyphosis may indicate the presence of osteoporosis, which is treatable. Prospective and intervention studies, using a Cobb angle of 50° as a clear and uniform definition of hyperkyphosis, are warranted to investigate the clinical relevance of hyperkyphosis.

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