Abstract: Background: Thoracic hyperkyphosis, characterized by an excessive anteroposterior curvature of the thoracic spine exceeding 40°, has been linked to heightened mortality, compromised balance, and diminished well-being scores. Exercise-based interventions emphasizing postural alignment, fortification of back extensor muscles, and preservation of spinal flexibility have demonstrated relative effectiveness. In tandem with spinal orthoses, postural taping endeavors to mitigate thoracic hyperkyphosis, alleviate pain, and optimize the engagement of postural muscles for an improved spinal position. Muscle energy technique serves to elongate shortened muscles, mobilize articulations with limited mobility, fortify physiologically weakened muscles......
Key Words: Kyphosis, Corrective Exercise, Taping, Muscle Energy Technique, Kyphotic Index, Balance.
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