How can chiropractic care help scoliosis?

Jun 15, 2022

Scoliosis is a spine deformity or an abnormal curvature of the spine. Scoliosis affects one in every hundred people, most commonly during adolescence. The condition can be quite alarming for sufferers and their families, but there’s no need to panic. While it is not curable completely, there are multiple ways by which you can manage it and lead a normal life. Sciocersis is caused due to uneven growth of your child’s bones and vertebrae during puberty. It could be due to genetic or environmental factors, or because of some other underlying medical issue like osteoporosis, spondyloepiphysitis, rheumatoid arthritis or some other disease that weakens the bones and makes them more susceptible to breaking. If left untreated, it can even become worse in adult age. Read on to know more about how a chiropractor can help curing Scoliosis –

 


Understand your body and how it works

 

The human skeleton is made of 206 bones, which are divided into two main parts – the axial skeleton (which includes the vertebral column, ribs, and sternum) and the appendicular skeleton (which includes the bones in the arms and legs). When we are born, every bone in our body is flexible, but as we grow and age, the bones get stiff and brittle. The rate of this process, however, varies from person to person. As a child grows, their bones grow at a faster rate than their muscles and this results in an uneven growth, which leads to Scoliosis.

 


Manage your Scoliosis with physical therapy

 

Physical therapy is a great way to manage Scoliosis and is often recommended to patients who are suffering from the condition. It helps in strengthening the muscles in the spinal column, improving the posture, and also in improving the flexibility in the joints of the body. Through regular exercises and stretches, it also improves the mobility of bones and reduces the curvature in the spine. Additionally, it also helps in reducing the pain and inflammation in the muscles that are surrounding the spine. Physical therapy is a great way to manage Scoliosis and is often recommended to patients who are suffering from the condition.

 


Get customised braces to relieve pain and inflammation

 

Braces are one of the best ways to manage Scoliosis. The most common type of braces prescribed for Scoliosis patients are a custom-made brace that wraps around your torso and the hips (lumbar bracing). However, a rigid thoracic brace that fits around the chest area is also quite common. A thoracolumbar orthosis (TLSO) or a lumbar-thoracic orthosis (LTO) are the two common types of braces used to treat Scoliosis. These braces are usually prescribed for 6-9 hours per day, and are usually advised for Scoliosis patients who are still growing. If your child has been diagnosed with Scoliosis, then you might want to talk to their doctor about whether they should wear a brace. Braces are usually prescribed to treat Scoliosis that is moderate or severe.

 


Use pain relieving medication

 

Pain relieving medication is used to treat the pain and inflammation that are caused due to the curvature in the spine. It is usually prescribed for Scoliosis patients who suffer from a moderate or severe case of the condition. Some common types of drugs used for treating Scoliosis include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Tylenol, Naproxen, etc., muscle relaxants like Soma, or even analgesics like Codeine. These drugs help in relieving the pain and also in controlling the inflammation. However, it is very important to follow the instructions written on the prescription and to never overdose on these drugs. Some of these drugs are known to have side effects if taken in a higher dosage.

 


Conclusion

 

Chiropractic care can be a good option for a Scoliosis patient. It is important to have regular checkups with a chiropractor to get an idea of the progression of the condition and to find out the right treatment plan. Treatment varies from person to person and may include spinal adjustments, exercises, and other modalities. A Scoliosis patient should maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and get enough sleep to avoid further progression of the condition. They should avoid lifting heavy objects and also refrain from putting pressure on their back. With the right treatment and lifestyle changes, it is possible to manage Scoliosis and lead a normal life.

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