Learning good posture when you are young will help throughout life.
Poor posture will get your criticized by your elders, who will tell you to "stand up straight'' and "stop slouching.'' How you hold yourself when you meet another person tells that person something about what you might think of yourself, says nwlink.com. But fixing bad posture isn't always so easy, especially if it is because of a congenital, neurological or acquired viral condition.
Lordosis
Lordosis is a condition in which the spine appears swayback, which is caused by a curvature of the vertebrae. A normal spine, on the other hand, appears straight when viewed from behind. Lordosis is most often noted in children. The cause is unknown, but it could begin with a congenital spinal or neuromuscular problem, says Children's Hospital Boston. Treatment for the problem could be as simple as adding exercises that can stop the vertebrae from becoming more curved. But if the cause is a congenital hip problem, your doctor might treat it more aggressively to rectify the underlying problem.
Kyphosis
According to the National Institutes of Health, kyphosis can occur at any age. It leads to a bowing of the back, or a hunched appearance. Adolescent kyphosis, known as Scheuermann's disease, is caused by portions of the spine wedging together. The cause of Scheuermann's disease is unknown. In adults, kyphosis is more likely caused by arthritis or disk degeneration; fractures; osteoporosis; or trauma. Treatment depends on the patient's age and the cause, but it can include surgery, back braces and physical therapy, says Medline Plus.
Post-Polio Syndrome
Polio once killed thousands of people, but the worldwide availability of the polio vaccine has largely eradicated the disease, according to the World Health Organization. Some people who've had polio in the past, however, develop post-polio syndrome years later. Symptoms include tiredness, new muscle weakness and pain in the muscles and joints. There is no way to prevent or cure post-polio syndrome, according to the World Health Organization.
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