Standing Tall Again: How Cox® Technic Chiropractic Care Eases Pain from Largo Spinal Kyphosis
Living with spinal kyphosis goes far beyond just having a hunched back—it’s about persistent pain, restricted movement, and the emotional weight of not being able to do what you love. Kyphosis, a condition where the upper back curves forward more than normal, is especially common for older Largo adults. It’s often caused by osteoporosis, spinal fractures, or degenerative changes over time. The ultimate effect? Activities of daily living like standing tall, turning your head, or even breathing deeply can become tough and uneasy.
But there’s good news. Chiropractic care at Hollstrom & Associates Inc, specifically a technique known as Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction, is offering real relief—and hope—for people dealing with this Largo spinal condition.
WHAT IS SPINAL KYPHOSIS?
Spinal kyphosis doesn’t just affect the thoracic spine. It throws off your entire body alignment, affecting how you stand, move, and feel. As Dr. Eric Chu highlighted in a recent case report, when the upper (thoracic) spine bends forward excessively, the neck often counters by jutting the head forward. (1) This domino effect leads to cervical postural syndrome, causing neck pain, stiffness, and muscle fatigue. No fun.
HELP FOR SPINAL KYPHOSIS PAIN
That’s why treatments like Cox® Technic are so valuable. Rather than just covering up the pain or treating a single area, this treatment approach treats the spine as an interconnected system. It uses gentle, rhythmic spinal stretching and range motion to decompress joints and relieve nerve pressure—without the force of traditional spinal manipulation. We at Hollstrom & Associates Inc feel you’ll appreciate this approach!
A CASE OF KYPHOSIS
A powerful example of these benefits comes from a case report by Dr. Lee Hazen about a 75-year-old woman who had undergone several vertebroplasties to manage compression fractures caused by osteoporosis. (2) Despite those procedures, she was still in significant pain and dealing with severe kyphosis. Enter Cox® Technic. Through a series of carefully applied treatments, her posture improved, her pain reduced considerably, and she regained the ability to move more freely—something traditional care hadn’t been able to offer.
One of the most notable things about Cox® Technic is how safe it is for older folks with fragile bones. Its slow, controlled approach avoids the risks of more aggressive approaches, making it a smart alternative for those with osteoporosis or post-surgical recovery.
Together, these case studies depict a clear picture: chiropractic care and Cox® Technic don’t just treat the symptoms—they work to address the root of the problem. By bringing back better alignment and easing pressure, it helps patients move better, feel stronger, and regain confidence in their bodies.
For anyone battling spinal kyphosis and its ripple effects, Largo chiropractic care with Cox® Technic could be the missing piece to a more comfortable, active life.
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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. James Cox on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he describes the gentle, safe, research-documented treatment of The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management.
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