Physical Therapy for Scoliosis
Defined by curvature and rotation of the spinal bones resulting uneven hips and spine, this condition causes distress to the patients physical and mental wellbeing. Muscle imbalance normally is noticed in patients. There are two major type of scoliosis. A C-Shape Curve and a S-Shape Curve. Most scoliosis cases are idiopathic, which means no specific cause is successfully identified. Though, posture plays an important role to prevent scoliosis.
Early stages of scoliosis are usually not noticeable unless you get your spine checked properly by a chiropractor. Scoliosis can progress and become worse very quickly during adolescent, therefore, early management and correction is paramount important. Statistically, young females are more likely acquire scoliosis compared to their male counterpart.
Long-Term Impact
As posture can also cause the spine to curve, it means people can also get scoliosis later during their adult life. Slipped disc and spondylosis are main causes of adulthood scoliosis. Both issues can be corrected with chiropractic adjustment.
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