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What is the definition of Camptocormism?
The term itself is derived from the Greek "kamptos" (to bend) and "kormos" (trunk) BSS was initially considered, especially in wartime, as a result of a psychogenic disorder. It is now recognized that in it may also be related to a number of musculo-skeletal or neurological disorders. It seems that myopathy is the primary cause of camptocormia based on electromyography, magnetic resonance imaging/computed tomography (CT/MRI scans) of paraspinal muscles, and muscle biopsy. Causes of secondary BSS are numerous. Diagnosis of axial myopathy is based upon CT/MRI scans demonstrating a lot of fatty infiltration of paravertebral muscles.
What are the alternative names for Camptocormism?
  • Camptocormism
  • Bent Spine Syndrome
  • Bent spine
  • Camptocormia
  • Idiopathic camptocormia
  • Idiopathic camptocormism
  • Idiopathic progressive lumbar kyphosis
Who are the top Camptocormism Local Doctors?
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Aurora Neuroscience Innovation

2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 550, 
Milwaukee, WI 
414-385-8780
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Taylor Finseth is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Finseth is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Camptocormism. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Camptocormism, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Conversion Disorder. Dr. Finseth is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

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Arnold Heller Str. 3, 
Kiel, SH, DE 

Gunther Deuschl practices practicing medicine in Kiel, Germany. Deuschl is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Camptocormism. They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy.

 
 
 
 
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Verona, IT 

Michele Tinazzi practices practicing medicine in Verona, Italy. Tinazzi is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Camptocormism. They are also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Camptocormism, Parkinson's Disease, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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What are the latest Camptocormism Clinical Trials?
Evaluation of the Safety of Electrical Spinal Cord Stimulation in Parkinson's Patients Presenting With Painful Camptocormia
Evaluation of the Safety of Electrical Spinal Cord Stimulation in Parkinson's Patients Presenting With Painful Camptocormia
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 17, 2026
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Camptocormia is defined by abnormal flexion of the trunk, not fixed, present when standing and walking, resolves when lying down and often complicated by lower back pain. It can be observed in numerous neurological pathologies with a prevalence ranging between 5 and 19% in Parkinson's disease. The physiopathology of camptocormia associated with PD is not completely elucidated, however several mech...

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Investigation of the Effect of Spinal Mobilization and Respiration Techniques on Posture and Respiratory Function in Parkinson's Patients
Investigation of the Effect of Spinal Mobilization and Respiration Techniques on Posture and Respiratory Function in Parkinson's Patients
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 22, 2025
Intervention Type: Other
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Parkinson's patients suffer from respiratory distress for different reasons. It is thought that physiotherapy methods that have an indirect effect on the diaphragm can improve respiratory functions. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of spinal mobilization and diaphragmatic breathing techniques on respiratory function.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center