| Scoliosis |
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that causes stiffness
and pain. It is called an idiopathic disease because the cause
of it is unknown.
Scoliosis is more common in females and begins in childhood.
However, merely 2 percent of the population is affected. If it
is detected, Scoliosis treatment will prevent it from worsening
over time.
Scoliosis is derived from the Greek term meaning curvature.
People with Scoliosis have a sideways curve in their spine
that make an "S" or "C" shape. The vertebrae can rotate at
the thoracic level of the spine causing this curve and resulting
in a hump near the rib cage. If the curve is more than 60
degrees it is considered serious. Usually this curve makes the
waist or shoulders uneven. Also, unlike the normal curvature
of the spine, adjusting your posture will not correct the
problem.
Chiropractic care can help improve this condition. Dr.
Snyder will perform various adjustments and might suggest to
use heel lifts in your shoes to help with the alignment of the
spine and ease the pain.
and pain. It is called an idiopathic disease because the cause
of it is unknown.
Scoliosis is more common in females and begins in childhood.
However, merely 2 percent of the population is affected. If it
is detected, Scoliosis treatment will prevent it from worsening
over time.
Scoliosis is derived from the Greek term meaning curvature.
People with Scoliosis have a sideways curve in their spine
that make an "S" or "C" shape. The vertebrae can rotate at
the thoracic level of the spine causing this curve and resulting
in a hump near the rib cage. If the curve is more than 60
degrees it is considered serious. Usually this curve makes the
waist or shoulders uneven. Also, unlike the normal curvature
of the spine, adjusting your posture will not correct the
problem.
Chiropractic care can help improve this condition. Dr.
Snyder will perform various adjustments and might suggest to
use heel lifts in your shoes to help with the alignment of the
spine and ease the pain.
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