Definition:
Scheuermann's disease is a disease that is a type of juvenile osteochondrosis or disorder of the spine.
Diagnosis:
Diagnosis is made through the use of X-ray and physical examination as well as review of the medical history of the patient.
Treatment:
Treatment includes undergoing physical therapy and wearing of back brace to reverse or to halt the Scheuermann's Kyphosis. In some cases surgical procedures whereby two titanium rods are placed in the back of the spine is done.
Symptoms and Signs:
Symptoms includes wrong posture, rigidity of the thoracic vertebrae, curving of the patient's back.
Causes:
Scheuermann's disease is said to be caused by wrong posture and aggravated by too much or strenuous activities, long period of standing and sitting.
