Vijay Kumar Vijay Kumar Asked 5 months ago

Do shoulders become hunched after tb in spine?

I recently recovered from spinal TB, and I've noticed my shoulders seem to be hunching forward more. Is it common for shoulders to become hunched after TB in the spine? I'm worried about my posture.

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Gauri Nair Gauri Nair Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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I am reading about spinal tuberculosis because someone close was recently diagnosed. Does the hunching happen only if treatment is delayed, or can it be prevented with proper medication early on?

Sandeep Deshmukh Sandeep Deshmukh Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Spinal TB, also known as Pott's disease, can cause destruction of the vertebrae, leading to kyphosis or a hunched back. My family orthopedic surgeon explained that starting ATT (anti-tubercular treatment) early is crucial to prevent this deformity. If deformity has already occurred, physical therapy or surgical intervention might be needed.

Aniket Sen Aniket Sen Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Spinal TB requires serious, long-term medical attention. Don't waste time looking for quick fixes online. Book an appointment with a spine specialist immediately to get an X-ray or MRI done and assess the bone damage.

Preeti Saxena Preeti Saxena Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

This is a very serious medical concern that can lead to permanent nerve issues if not monitored. Please get a proper orthopedist's evaluation as soon as possible. Never try to self-diagnose or leave spinal changes untreated.

Kusum Vyas Kusum Vyas Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

It is heartbreaking to deal with spinal issues after such a heavy illness. While home remedies or simple oil massages can give temporary relief from muscle stiffness, they cannot correct the structural hunching. Please focus on medical treatment and light, doctor-approved exercises.

Meenakshi Iyer Meenakshi Iyer Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Alongside medical treatment for TB, a high-protein vegetarian diet with paneer, lentils, and calcium-rich foods is very important for bone healing. However, diet alone cannot cure spinal deformity, so please continue your doctor's prescribed medicines regularly.

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Swami Shivanand Swami Shivanand Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Please keep your mind peaceful and stay positive, as the body has a beautiful capacity to heal when we give it proper care. Follow your doctor's advice sincerely and practice gentle, meditative deep breathing to help cope with the physical strain. Take care.

Rohit Kapoor Rohit Kapoor Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Dealing with TB must be so exhausting, and I'm sure it ruins your appetite completely. Focus on eating comfortable, nutritious meals that you enjoy to regain your strength. For the spinal issue, a proper orthopedic checkup is absolutely necessary.

Ranjana Patil Ranjana Patil Joined May 2026 5 months ago

For mild stiffness, warm compress and gentle stretching can provide comfort. But for spinal TB and hunched shoulders, you must consult a specialist doctor immediately. This is a deep bone infection and cannot be resolved with home tips alone.

Varun Sharma Varun Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

My cousin had spinal TB and yes, his posture did change a bit because he started slouching due to the pain. He had to go through a full course of medicines and then did physiotherapy to get his posture back. Get it checked before it gets worse.

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