Scoliosis is a condition by which the spine—along with the traditional front to back curvature—has an abnormal side-to-side “S-” or “C”-shaped curvature. The spine can also be rotated or twisted, pulling the ribs together with it to form a multidimensional curve.
The Scoliosis Research Society defines scoliosis as a curvature of the spine measuring 10 degrees or greater on x-ray. The condition is not rare. It mainly affects girls—lots of whom have mild types of scoliosis, are never even aware of it, and never need treatment.
Three to 5 children out of each 1,000 develop spinal curves which can be considered large enough to require treatment. Idiopathic scoliosis does are inclined to run in families, although nobody genetic link has been confirmed.
You possibly can have peace of mind knowing that the team within the Boston Kid’s Spinal Program has treated a big volume of spinal problems that few pediatric hospitals have seen—and might provide expert diagnosis, treatment and care. Scoliosis is just not often a life-threatening condition, and most kids grow up to guide normal, energetic lives.
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Easy commentary and monitoring: Once an abnormal spine curve has been detected, it is vital to observe the curve because the child grows. In lots of cases, your child’s curve may require only close monitoring while her spine grows. Your physician will determine your child’s treatment plan and follow-up based chiefly on her x-rays and physical exams.
Physical therapy: Scoliosis can often be helped by physical therapy. Our physical therapy team’s goal is to maximise your child’s physical functioning. Our therapists work closely with specialists in our Spinal Program to also provide exercise programs and extra therapies to handle pain and the muscular imbalance that could be related to spinal abnormalities.
Bracing: In case your growing child’s curve shows significant worsening or is already greater than 30 degrees, your physician may recommend a bracing program, by which a scoliosis brace is designed specifically in your child’s particular curve. The brace holds your child’s spine in a straighter position while she is growing—to partially correct the curve or to forestall it from increasing. This will help avoid the necessity for surgery.
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