Hermitage is a city in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 16,220 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, OH-PA Metropolitan Statistical Area and is also included in the more extensive Youngstown-Warren, OH-PA Combined Statistical Area.
Causes of Kyphosis. There are many possible causes of kyphosis, and narrowing down the curve's cause starts with narrowing down what type of kyphosis you have. Remember, there are 2 types: postural kyphosis and structural kyphosis. The cause of postural kyphosis is easy to understand: Poor posture leads to an excessive rounding of the upper back. If you try, you can correct postural kyphosis, just by making a conscious effort to stand up straight and have good posture.
Other types of kyphosis are seen in infants or teens due to malformation of the spine or wedging of the spinal bones over time. Mild kyphosis causes few problems, but severe cases can cause pain and be disfiguring.Treatment for kyphosis depends on your age, the cause of the curvature and its effects.ther types of kyphosis are seen in infants or teens due to malformation of the spine or wedging of the spinal bones over time. Mild kyphosis causes few problems, but severe cases can cause pain and be disfiguring. Treatment for kyphosis depends on your age, the cause of the curvature and its effects.