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The spine has natural and healthy curvatures that help it function better. When the spine has its normal curvatures, the bones are aligned as they should be. From the side view, the spine should have these curvatures, making it stronger, more flexible, and better able to handle mechanical stresses throughout life and activity.

A lateral curvature of the spine refers to an unnatural or abnormal bend to the side. When viewed from the front, this lateral bending occurs to one side or the other, which could indicate the development of scoliosis. For this lateral curvature to be diagnosed as scoliosis, the curvature must also rotate and twist into the concavity, making it a three-dimensional condition.

A scoliotic spine is problematic not only for alignment but also because it introduces uneven forces throughout the spine, surrounding muscles, nerves, and the entire body. Scoliosis can vary widely in symptoms and severity. In children, the main effect is typically a postural deviation that can be observed outwardly. This often results in uneven shoulders, hips, waist, or an asymmetrical rib cage.

In adults, the main symptom of scoliosis tends to be pain, which can manifest as back pain or pain radiating into the extremities due to the compression of tissues and nerves. It can also lead to sciatic pain down the legs or radicular pain in the upper extremities if the scoliosis is in the upper part of the body. Generally, the more severe the scoliosis, the more noticeable the effects.

Scoliosis is a progressive condition that tends to worsen over time. Growth during adolescence is the biggest trigger for progression. As the patient grows, the curve tends to grow with them. Since we can't stop growth, we can't stop the curve from progressing during this time. Curves can progress rapidly during this stage, turning mild cases into severe cases within weeks to months.

The degree of curvature is measured using a Cobb angle, determined by an x-ray. It measures the most tilted vertebra at the top of the curvature to the most tilted vertebra at the bottom. The higher the Cobb angle, the more severe the scoliosis. Mild curvatures are between 10 and 25 degrees. Anything less than 10 degrees is not considered scoliosis. Moderate scoliosis is between 25 and 40 degrees, severe scoliosis is over 40 degrees, and very severe scoliosis is over 80 degrees.

Being proactive in treating scoliosis is key to successful outcomes. Curves progress and gain momentum as they get larger, making early treatment crucial. Unfortunately, the traditional approach to scoliosis often involves no treatment until the curves become severe enough to consider surgery. Traditional bracing may be recommended to slow down the curvature, but it doesn’t aim to reduce the curve outside of surgical treatment, which is very invasive.

Conservative treatment focuses on treating curvatures aggressively and early, aiming to maintain spinal function. This approach integrates multiple treatment options to develop a fully customized plan for each patient. Chiropractic care can reduce the curvature by providing specific adjustments to the most tilted vertebrae. Therapy and scoliosis-specific exercises can increase core strength and improve neuromuscular activity, enhancing brain-body communication. Corrective bracing can help push the spine into a straighter position and remodel the torso into a more symmetrical alignment. Home rehabilitation strengthens muscles long-term.

At the Scoliosis Reduction Center, our patients benefit from a modern approach to scoliosis reduction. We treat scoliosis proactively because we understand it is progressive and incurable. Detecting and treating scoliosis early makes it highly treatable, especially when done correctly.

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00:00 What Is a Lateral Curvature of the Spine? Why it Matters
01:20 Scoliosis Symptoms & Severity
02:17 How Big Can Scoliosis Become?
03:41 Cobb Angle: Scoliosis Classification
05:03 Being Proactive Is The Key To Successful Treatment
07:29 Scoliosis Reduction Center's Approach

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