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To think that this person is developing a hunchback?

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libertybonds · 30/04/2026 21:42

Well?

To think that this person is developing a hunchback?
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asdbaybeeee · 01/05/2026 02:23

My husband’s back use to look like that. He fixed it with weight training and improving his posture. You can get a belt for your shoulders to improve posture

auserna · 30/04/2026 23:25

PrizedPickledPopcorn · 30/04/2026 21:53

It depends. It could be scoliosis, it could be poor posture. I had a widows’ hump which I managed to get rid of.
If you lie on the floor, is it comfortable? Can your back flatten normally?

Please could you share how you did this?

worriedmumofgirls · 30/04/2026 23:04

I had that! I sorted it by changing the way I sleep, and exercising that part of my body.

Does it hurt? Mine started to burn and I ended up with a stiff neck and shoulders

Rootintootincowgirl · 30/04/2026 23:02

Rootintootincowgirl · 30/04/2026 23:01

How did you get rid of your hump 🙏🏻

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Ignore, I RTFT

Rootintootincowgirl · 30/04/2026 23:01

PrizedPickledPopcorn · 30/04/2026 21:53

It depends. It could be scoliosis, it could be poor posture. I had a widows’ hump which I managed to get rid of.
If you lie on the floor, is it comfortable? Can your back flatten normally?

How did you get rid of your hump 🙏🏻

justasking111 · 30/04/2026 22:58

See your GP and a physio. I have scoliosis I found out after a scan much to my surprise. Explained the back ache.

Get a diagnosis and deal with the issue.

ButterYellowHair · 30/04/2026 22:57

Bad posture, beautiful dress. Wish my wedding dress had fit as well.

PrizedPickledPopcorn · 30/04/2026 22:51

MyStickIsBetterThanBacon · 30/04/2026 22:19

Can I ask how you got rid of your widows hump @PrizedPickledPopcorn ?

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Massage and weight loss. It was like a pad of cold flesh. I’ve put weight back on, but the pad hasn’t formed yet. I think it’s a combination of stress and inflammation. The muscles needed releasing, and the fluid massaged away.

Feis123 · 30/04/2026 22:47

OP, you have a lovely figure, you just need to sort out your posture, I don't think it is a 'hump' growing.

LiviaDrusillaAugusta · 30/04/2026 22:37

This is one of those things it’s better to see a professional about rather than asking the internet. As you have seen, people will come up with a myriad of opinions but nobody can diagnose from a photo - especially as it might be the photo angle

Wolmando · 30/04/2026 22:29

Poor posture, are you quite tall, some taller people sometimes hunch up to look shorter

Manxexile · 30/04/2026 22:26

I don't think you can "develop" a hunchback.

Just looks like poor posture to me - possibly exacerbated by working at a desk. I have the same problem amd it seems very common these days

See your GP and ask for a NHS physio referral or see aphysio privately

Getitoffmychest · 30/04/2026 22:22

As someone who has had this issue , you can address it and the things i found most effective are strength training with someone who specialises in posture combined with massage. Ultimately massage alone will give temporary relief , posture focused strength training will give more permanent change

MyStickIsBetterThanBacon · 30/04/2026 22:19

PrizedPickledPopcorn · 30/04/2026 21:53

It depends. It could be scoliosis, it could be poor posture. I had a widows’ hump which I managed to get rid of.
If you lie on the floor, is it comfortable? Can your back flatten normally?

Can I ask how you got rid of your widows hump @PrizedPickledPopcorn ?

MarieTheresevonWerdenberg · 30/04/2026 22:11

Blimms · 30/04/2026 22:05

It genuinely looks like bad posture rather than anything more serious.

I agree but @libertybonds , you should still see your GP. Get yourself checked out and ask for a physio referral.

Assuming that it is indeed just poor posture, start doing daily planks. Start with 30 seconds and work up to 3 minutes a day.

Walking with a weighted (3-5 kg) vest for 20-30 minutes a day would also be helpful.

SpiritAdder · 30/04/2026 22:11

Osteoporosis does that too. The spine collapses under its own weight.
I’d consider a bone density scan.

To think that this person is developing a hunchback?
GrannyAchingsShepherdsHut · 30/04/2026 22:07

Have a go at lying on your back with no pillow under your head, but put a thin pillow or rolled towel or similar under your shoulders instead. The weight of your head pulls everything backwards/into line.

I have a bit of a tech neck that I want to get rid of, and I can really really feel it when I lie like that. I can't do more than about 10 mins at a time for now but hoping to retrain myself!

dizzydizzydizzy · 30/04/2026 22:07

Pilates will help!

make sure you have your eyes checked in case it is caused by you peering into your screen. Theee will be something that you are doing.

appleberryhandcream · 30/04/2026 22:06

No, I wouldn’t have said so. I think you are being too critical of yourself.

but if you think there is something going on some of the previous advice looks good.

Blimms · 30/04/2026 22:05

It genuinely looks like bad posture rather than anything more serious.

Bloodycrossstitch · 30/04/2026 22:03

Was this taken in a moment when all eyes were on you?It sort of looks like you’re trying to hunch in yourself like people sometimes do when they’re self conscious.
It’s hard to tell from a single stationary photo though. Seeing a video of yourself walking/ moving about while relaxed will give you a better idea of your normal posture.

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libertybonds · 30/04/2026 22:00

poutlikeyoumeanit · 30/04/2026 21:55

I think its just bad posture/stress

Looks like your wedding picture? Weddings are lovely but stressful.

When im v stressed I get a hunch like that. Goes away with a hard massage. They always say OMG how are your shoulders and neck so tight.
Its where I carry all of my stress.

Try a massage and I think it will go away

I had a massage recently and the therapist commented on the stress and knots in my shoulders - interesting

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Notmeagain12 · 30/04/2026 21:55

Can’t see from that photo.

if you’re worried see your Gp. Although personally I’d pay for a private physio appointment first so you have a better idea of what you’re dealing with- is it scoliosis or hyperkyphosis for example, fatty tissue from something like cushings, or simply poor posture. Then you’ll be able to decide next steps.

poutlikeyoumeanit · 30/04/2026 21:55

I think its just bad posture/stress

Looks like your wedding picture? Weddings are lovely but stressful.

When im v stressed I get a hunch like that. Goes away with a hard massage. They always say OMG how are your shoulders and neck so tight.
Its where I carry all of my stress.

Try a massage and I think it will go away

DollydaydreamTheThird · 30/04/2026 21:54

Just looks like bad posture to me (I'd know as mine is terrible,) but if you're really worried see the gp. Pilates and yoga are good for improving posture.

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