I have scoliosis. What treatments help with scoliosis?
Treatment for scoliosis depends on the size of the curve. Patients with milder curves doesnt require treatment but needs regular checkups to monitor the growth of the curve. Whereas patients with moderate and larger curves require bracing and spinal fusion.
No treatment, management yes.
Survey of indicated or pain control
Postural changes (scoliosis, kyphosis, leg-length discrepancy, thoracic hump, etc.) are all derived from soft tissue (muscle/fascia) strain except congenital deformity, traumatic/pathological fracture, etc. The strained//tightened tissue alters the alignment of the spine/ribs, while the bones of the spine/rib are rarely deformed or fixated. Therefore, the strained tissue must first be examined and located by palpation, and then released in order to restore alignment. This can only be done by light touch, i.e., Touch-and-Hold of The Precision Method, to initiate self-healing. Once the tightened tissue is released, normal posture can be restored. Other treatments not releasing the tightened and jammed-up tissue are deemed to be ineffective and should be avoided, such as heat, electrotherapy, massage, manipulation, stretching/strengthening exercises, etc. Braces serve no therapeutic effect but only temporary support. Surgical fixation of the spine/ribs alters the normal structure, leading to irreversible and permanent deformity while not addressing the true cause of the problem (soft tissue injury); therefore should not be attempted.
It all depends on the degree of the curvature. Lesser scoliosis can be managed with Chiropractic and Physical Therapy, a severe scoliosis may need to be treated by a spinal orthopedist. I don’t have enough information about your case to offer more.
It depends on patient’s age and the degrees of curvature in scoliosis. Typically physical therapy such as Schroth method is helpful for any age. Patient will need to do basic exercise program life long and especially as they get older. Bracing can also be useful and typically in young patients and with more severe scoliosis (curvature). Injection therapy such as nerve blocks also can be helpful depending on the symptoms and often performed for older patients. If scoliosis is severe and effects other body systems, surgery may be indicated.