'Scoliosis symptoms can be reduced with massage, exercise (strengthening and stretching) and yoga. It is necessary to lengthen the shortened muscles and strengthen the muscles that lengthen and lose their strength. The smoothness of the spine can be restored with correction techniques applied to the spine. Although it cannot be fully adjusted in very serious scoliosis, asymmetry can be corrected to some extent.'
WHAT IS SCOLIOS?
Scoliosis is the formation of curvature towards the right or left side in the straight structure of the spine. It is defined as C and S scoliosis. S scoliosis is caused by the formation of a second curvature in the opposite direction to compensate for the curvature of the spine in one direction. It can occur in the Thoracic (back) and Lumbal (waist) regions.
IT IS SEEN TWICE MORE IN GIRLS
People can have scoliosis at any age. The incidence of idiopathic scoliosis, the most common type, is 80%. It is often seen between the ages of 10-12, which is the period when children grow most rapidly. It is twice as common in girls than in boys. If there is a scoliosis problem in the family, children should be checked regularly because it is thought to be genetically transmitted. Research on the cause of idiopathic scoliosis has shown that genetics, growth and changes in the spine, muscles and nerves are effective in scoliosis.
HOW TO UNDERSTAND SCOLIOSIS?
Diagnosing scoliosis is simple. Diagnosis can be made by X-Ray imaging or clinical examination from the back, front and side angles by a specialist. The forward bending test is effective for observation as it increases the angle of the curvature. Likewise, the asymmetrical appearance on the body; Unequal shoulder and hip levels, unequal distance between the body and arms, height difference in leg lengths, and asymmetric skirt length in girls indicate scoliosis. At the same time, joint range of motion, muscle strength and reflexes are evaluated.
OBESITY AND PREGNANCY ARE RISKS FOR SCOLIOSIS
Low pain occurs in scoliosis. In many patients, it is mild and does not restrict activity. But in some patients it may be more than expected. If the pain is serious, a more detailed evaluation is necessary. Older people, especially those with scoliosis, may have more pain due to arthritis or problems with the disc. Embers It is important for medical concerns, especially as stress may occur in patients due to asymmetry in the trunk. Severe scoliosis can cause heart and respiratory problems as the ribs rotate and narrow the space of the internal organs. Obesity and pregnancy are risks for scoliosis. As the load on the spine increases, curvature and pain may increase.
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