HYPERKYPHOSIS , KYPHOSIS , OSTEOPOROSIS of the SPINE
Causation
The bones that make up a healthy spine are called vertebrae. Kyphosis happens when the vertebrae in the back become more wedge shaped. Forcing the upper* region of the spine to curve forwards, making the patient’s upper back look unusually rounded or hunched.
The shape of vertebrae can be changed by:
Fractures. Broken vertebrae can result in curvature of the spine. Compression fractures, which can happen in weakened bone, are the most common. Mild compression fractures may not produce noticeable symptoms.
Osteoporosis. Weak bones can cause spinal curvature, especially if weakened vertebrae develop compression fractures. Osteoporosis is most common in older women and people who have taken corticosteroids for long periods of time.
Disk degeneration. Soft, circular disks act as cushions between spinal vertebrae. With age, these disks flatten and shrink, which often worsens kyphosis.
Scheuermann's disease. Also called Scheuermann's kyphosis, this disease usually becomes noticeable during adolescence.
Other problems. Spinal bones that don't develop properly before birth can cause kyphosis. Kyphosis in children also can be associated with certain medical conditions.
Complications
In addition to causing back pain, kyphosis may cause:
Limited physical functions. Kyphosis is associated with weakened back muscles and difficulty doing tasks such as walking and getting out of chairs. The spinal curvature can also make it difficult to gaze upward or drive and can cause pain when you lie down.
Digestive problems. Serious kyphosis can compress the digestive tract, causing problems such as acid reflux and difficulty with swallowing.
Back pain. Some patients with serious kyphosis experience back pain.
Body image problems. People with kyphosis, especially adolescents, may have poor body image from having a rounded back.
The Spinomed was engineered by Mediven as a back brace for active therapy of osteoporotic vertebral body fractures
The Spinomed® back brace sets new standards in the functional therapy of osteoporotic vertebral body fractures: the patient receives a multifunctional orthosis that mobilises him safely, effectively, simply and comfortably in everyday life.
Spinomed® is a back brace that actively contributes towards strengthening the core musculature, thus relieving and correcting the lumbar and thoracic spine in the sagittal plane (plane along which the spinal column moves in the direction of bending and straightening). Among other things, it is suitable for vertebral fractures of the thoracic and lumbar vertebral bodies. Further indications that require relief and/or correction of the lumbar and thoracic spine are:
Juvenile Scheuermann’s disease, a growth disorder of the spine that can lead to pain associated with postural problems
Hyperkyphosis with chronic back pain
The less noticeable a medical device is, the more likely the patient will want to wear it. The new Spinomed back brace was developed with this in mind.
Unique on the market – the new pivot joint:
The innovative pivot joint is the rotating connection between the hip belt and the back splint that guarantees an optimum fit of the orthosis. This means: excellent freedom of movement combined with outstanding wearing comfort. Hence, the Spinomed® enables the user to enjoy more mobility in everyday life and leisure activities.
Tried and tested strap system – now even better: thanks to the ergonomically preformed shoulder straps with large opening, the new Spinomed® can be easily put on and taken off like a rucksack. The improved shoulder straps guarantee straightening of the spine as soon as it is fitted in accordance with the therapeutic needs. Thanks to the soft material, the flexible shoulder pad ensures pleasant wearing comfort in the underarm area.
Further highlights of the new Spinomed®:
The optimised size system ensures even more individual patient management with a better fit during movement.
Thanks to the inset holes and the soft materials, the new back pad ensures pleasant climate-management with high wearing comfort.
Thanks to the structured strap configuration and the external grips on both sides, the orthosis is easy for the patients to close.
The aluminium back splint can be removed from the pocket by the CPO for an individual tool-free adjustment to the patient’s spine.
Osteoporosis patients with a fracture of the lumbar or thoracic spine often have postural problems: the fracture of the vertebral body can lead to a curvature of the upper back – a faulty posture that leads to the upper body tending to lean forwards. The Spinomed® orthosis uses the biofeedback-principle to counteract this: due to the resistance generated by the shoulder straps, the back brace reminds the body to straighten up by itself. This leads to a more erect posture and demonstrably to
Reduction / lessening of the pain and the tendency to sway.1
Improvement of the vital capacity and quality of life.1
Strengthening of the abdominal and back musculature.1
Furthermore, a representative patient survey2 proved the subjective treatment benefits of Spinomed®:
94 percent of the participants would recommend Spinomed.
Approximately two thirds confirmed that Spinomed contributes to improved mobility or increases the quality of life and is thereby very comfortable to wear.
More than half reported pain relief when wearing the orthosis.
Sources include Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/kyphosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20374209 & Medicanada.ca
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White Lewis
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White Lewis
February 16, 2020 at 1:38 amVestibulum ante ipsum primis aucibus orci luctustrices posuere cubilia Curae Sus pen disse viverra ed viverra. Mauris ullarper euismod vehicula.
White Lewis
February 16, 2020 at 1:38 amVestibulum ante ipsum primis aucibus orci luctustrices posuere cubilia Curae Suspendisse viverra ed viverra. Mauris ullarper euismod vehicula. Phasellus quam nisi, congue id nulla.