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Scoliosis

Currently, many people are diagnosed with scoliosis, an abnormal condition of the spine manifested by an abnormal backbone or curvature of the spine.

Women are twice as likely to develop scoliosis when compared to men. Scoliosis is believed to be a hereditary condition; therefore, if one of your parents has it, the chances are significant that you will develop it as well.

People who have scoliosis experience the following symptoms:

• A spine with an abnormal curvature - This is the most common symptom in a patient with scoliosis, and can be seen if, for example, one pant leg is longer than the other.
• One shoulder is higher than the other - Family members, or even patients themselves, may notice that one shoulder sits higher over the other.
• Scoliosis may cause chest pain and shortness of breath, as the curvature makes it harder for the lungs and the heart to function correctly.

Basic Treatments for People with Scoliosis

Observation Treatment

This phase of treatment occurs when the scoliosis is mild. Specialists closely observe patients with minimal spine curvature every six months. Based on the observations, more aggressive treatment methods may be applied in the event that the curvature worsens.

Treatment via Braces

Among the most popular methods of treating scoliosis is using braces, which may be more effective in children than adults. Bracing can prevent the abnormal curve from worsening but is not assured to significantly correct abnormal curves in the spine.

Surgical Treatment

People with severe scoliosis may undergo surgery to correct abnormal curvatures of the spine.

This is a list of the most basic treatments, but other treatment options are available. Bear in mind that exercising regularly may help obtain the best possible results, regardless of the type of treatment.

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