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Buffalo hump reduction
Can buffalo hump be reduced with yoga and strength training for upper back ?
How much time it takes to get rid of it ?
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Yes. 12 to 14 weeks.
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Depends on the physio training
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We call it Gibbus!! At your age it’s correctable with exercises, yoga and following ergonomics while you work to improve your posture !!! Time duration is totally depends on the size of gibbus and your efforts !! 8-12 weeks of guided efforts can bring good changes !!
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If you are obese/overweight consult a dietician as well
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Yes it can be reduced through exercises but will tske time depending on your exercises and other treatment you take.
If opt for dry needling it can be reduced in 10- 1w sessions completely.
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Mr. Avijit Das (PT)
Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
7 yrs exp
Kolkata
Dear patient.
Yes it is possible to reduce the problem but I need to see the condition so you need an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
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please send me the details of your body weight and height and profession.
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isometric neck exercise.
ergonomic posture.
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Dr. Ingelala Uma (PT)
Physiotherapist
13 yrs exp
Nellore
Yes it can be reduced but it has to be assessed first according to that prescribed exercises should follow for 5-6weeks.
Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment and treatment.
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Ms. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
19 yrs exp
Jammu
Yes it can but u need a diet plan also to reduce fat . Time required to get rid off depends upon amount of fat . Sometimes it’s genitical also
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