Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I have functional height loss due to a number of postural issues, including anterior pelvic tilt, hyperlordosis, hyperkyphosis, rib flare, rounded shoulders, forward head posture, hyperextended knees, slight pelvic rotation, and slight rib flare rotation.
I have functional scoliosis with a C curve on the left, a lateral pelvic tilt, and uneven shoulders, my doctor said. These seem to have come up after I went through a major growth spurt in the last six months.
I was wondering if you could explain the connection between these problems and what treatment options may be available?Please advise.
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Based on the information you have provided it is certainly possible that you look shorter due to a combination of factors such as hyperkyphosis, forward head posture, rounded shoulders, anterior pelvic tilt, functional scoliosis, and pelvic asymmetry.
But even with multiple postural abnormalities, any height that can be salvaged is usually measured in centimeters, not inches.
Your scoliosis is said to be functional and not structural . You have already been seen by your orthopedic specialist. Working on your posture with specific physiotherapy may help you regain some height and improve your alignment.
Generally, the most efficacious approach is a systematic rehabilitation program that includes core strengthening, gluteal strengthening, thoracic extension mobility, postural retraining, stretching of tight hip flexors and hamstrings, and correction of scapular mechanics.
You are 19. Depending on your stage of puberty and bone age, you may still have some growth potential. But we must not forget that correcting posture is a different thing from growing.
The best way to know if your growth plates are still open is to get a bone age X-ray of the left hand and wrist.
If you want a more specific opinion, please upload photos of your standing front, side, and back posture (covering your face if you want) and any X-ray reports or measurements from your orthopedic evaluation.
Hope this helps you out.
If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch.
Thank you.
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