- female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I have kyphosis and lordosis which causes forward head posture and it's really uncomfortable especially when sitting sometimes I have to lie down but can't when I'm outside would surgery be a bad option at my age and what exercises can help with this
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Postural kyphosis/lordosis can improve with core strength,postural exercises,and pilates.Surgery is rare and usually for structural issues not correctable by exercise.
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Answered 14/08/2025
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