Reversing thoracic hyperkyphosis: a case report featuring mirror image® thoracic extension rehabilitation
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Structural and chiropractic
J Phys Ther Sci.2017 Jul;29(7):1264-1267.
Authors:
J E Miller, P A Oakley, S B Levin, D E Harrison
Abstract.
[Purpose] To present a case of non-surgical reduction of thoracic hyperkyphosis utilizing a multimodal rehabilitation program emphasizing the mirror image® concept. [Subject and Methods] A 15-year-old female presented to a rehabilitation office suffering from back and neck pains and headaches. The patient was treated sporadically over a period of 13-months. Treatment consisted of anterior thoracic translation and thoracic extension exercises, spinal traction and spinal manipulation. [Results] After 13-months of treatment the patient displayed a significant reduction in hyperkyphosis and a dramatic correction of her overall posture and spine alignment corresponding to the reduction in back/neck pains, headaches and the simultaneous improvement of various other health issues. [Conclusion] Thoracic hyperkyphosis can be reduced through a multimodal rehabilitation program emphasizing mirror image thoracic extension procedures.
Publication Date:
2017 Jul
OEID:
5792
Miller, EJ., Oakley, AP., Levin, BS., Harrison, ED. (2017) 'Reversing thoracic hyperkyphosis: a case report featuring mirror image® thoracic extension rehabilitation', J Phys Ther Sci.2017 Jul;29(7):1264-1267.
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