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Scoliosis
Posted by Kurt Wilde
Spines usually have a natural curve that round the shoulders, but some people have spines that curve sideways. This condition is called scoliosis, a condition that occurs during childhood before pubrty, on girls more often than boys. On an X-ray, the spine usually as an S or C shape rather than a straight line. Children who are developing scoliosis usually have uneven shoulders, uneven waists, elevated hips, and prominent shoulder blades. The cause of childhood scoliosis is generally unknown and can be found in healthy children.
There are three treatment options for scoliosis. An orthopedic brace can be used to keep it from getting worse. Children who wear braces can still participate in social and physical activities. Surgery is done on very severe cases or when a brace does not fix the curve. Electrical muscle stimulation or exercise programs have not been proven to be effective scoliosis treatments.
One Response to “Scoliosis”
Hola
I have Scoliosis and had correctional surgery in 1989 for a 76º thoracic curve, I now have a harrington rod from T5 – L1.
I did not have a brace because my curve was over the 50º mark where surgery is considered for Scoliosis, I did however, have a plaster cast for 7 months post surgery.
Yoga for Scoliosis helps, along with the Bowen Technique (proving to show good results so far) and Pilates, good strong core muscles are great for those with twisted spines. I do Yoga on a regular basis (weekly) and it really does help some of my pains, I swim regularly also.