Curved spine or scoliosis is the curving of the spine or backbone sideways. The curvature is usually S-shaped or C-shaped. It is common during the growth phase before puberty. It might be due to a birth defect, spine tumor or infection, spondylosis, obesity, arthritis, or osteoporosis. Treatment depends on the underlying cause such as losing weight, physiotherapy, exercise and wearing back braces. Severe conditions may require surgery. Pain medications are given to relieve pain and swelling.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for using this platform. It sounds like your sister has a forward bend in her upper back when you look at her from her side.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Before going into the progress of scoliosis, I would like to make you some clarity about the facts on it.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Evaluation of scoliosis involves both CT scan to look for bony anatomy and MRI to rule out cord compression.Please revert once the investigations have been done to get an appropriate management plan.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, it is worth having a second opinion and clearing your doubts. But I think your doctor is absolutely right about the cause of pain.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The progressive nature cannot be understood by a single value of Cobb's angle. A 24 to 28 bracing is recommended.
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