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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?
Advanced in Camptocormism
Dr. Jeffrey B. Ratliff
Neurology
Advanced in Camptocormism
Dr. Jeffrey B. Ratliff
Neurology

Jefferson University Physicians

909 Walnut St, 2nd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (15.8 mi)
215-955-7000
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Jeffrey Ratliff is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ratliff and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Camptocormism. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Camptocormism, Chorea, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Advanced in Camptocormism
Dr. Anh-thu N. Vu
Neurology
Advanced in Camptocormism
Dr. Anh-thu N. Vu
Neurology

Jefferson University Physicians

909 Walnut St, 2nd Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (15.8 mi)
215-955-7000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Anh-thu Vu is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vu and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Camptocormism. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Tardive Dyskinesia, and Camptocormism.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Camptocormism
Dr. Aaron C. Lasker
Neurology
Advanced in Camptocormism
Dr. Aaron C. Lasker
Neurology

University Of Penn - Medical Group

800 Spruce St, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (16.0 mi)
215-829-6500
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Aaron Lasker is a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lasker and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Camptocormism. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Huntington Disease, Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome, and Essential Tremor.

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What are the latest Camptocormism Clinical Trials?
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: April 22, 2024
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