Many people remember undergoing scoliosis screening in school. What was once done in nearly every school now occurs in only around 50% of schools. Although the usefulness of these programs is sometimes a matter of opinion, one certain thing is that early detection is imperative and will usually stop from progressing to something extreme.
Understanding Scoliosis
Scoliosis is defined as an abnormal side-to-side curve of the spine. While several different things may cause scoliosis, such as neurological diseases, connective tissue disorders, and musculoskeletal problems, scoliosis without a known cause is called idiopathic scoliosis. Idiopathic scoliosis is the most common type and tends to run in families. Affecting far more girls than boys, idiopathic scoliosis is typically found during childhood. However, there are cases of scoliosis & adult scoliosis, which begins or is identified after the skeletal growth.
Adult Scoliosis
Adult scoliosis is typically mild but sometimes requires treatment. It affects between two and three percent of Americans, who fall into one of two categories: either had the condition as a child or developed it due to degenerative changes in the spine. As with many other conditions, scoliosis treatment has traditionally relied on braces or physical therapy up to fusion surgery for more severe curvatures.
Adults who underwent corrective surgery as children often experience problems from the surgery as adults, including spinal degeneration below the fusion area. For adults, symptoms can become particularly distressful, interfering with day-to-day living and undermining their general sense of wellness. Considering surgery in adults is even riskier as spinal surgeries come with potential complications that can be very serious, such as infections, spinal imbalance, blood loss, or even death.
Potential Treatment Options
When considering the downside of treatment through invasive techniques and surgeries, it is of little surprise that patients want effective treatments that do not involve surgery and its risks. Fortunately, most patients whose scoliosis does require treatment are finding relief in Chiropractic Neurology. Treatments including spinal manipulation, therapeutic exercises, and muscle stimulation have all proven effective in treating adult scoliosis, reducing the risk of progression while helping to improve posture and increase mobility.
In addition, these types of treatments have also shown to be very effective in treating back pain that often accompanies scoliosis. As with many medical conditions, each patient is different and, therefore, requires a treatment plan that is as unique as the person affected. Chiropractic Neurology offers an individualized and tailored approach for each patient’s unique needs. By performing a thorough assessment and seeking to discover the root cause, your Chiropractic Neurologist can develop the course of action that is best for you.
Would you like to learn more about how Chiropractic Neurology can help you or a loved one treat scoliosis, back pain, or other chronic conditions? We would love to help. Don’t hesitate to contact the team at the Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center today.
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