Scoliosis is a term
used to describe any abnormal and sideways curvature of the spine. However,
when viewed from the back, the spine looks straight. When one is suffering from
this problem, the spine can curve in more than one way, including:
·
It curves to the
side as a single curve to the left looking like the letter “C”. The condition
is known as levoscoliosis.
·
It curves to the
side as a single curve to the right looking like a backward letter “C”, known as
dextroscoliosis.
·
It has two curves
resembling the letter “S”
Scoliosis treatment
Toronto
The decision is based
on two factors:
·
The skeletal
maturity of the patient
·
The degree of the
spinal curve
However, a small degree
of curve in old aged people does not likely need treatment. On the other hand,
a bigger curve in younger patient will continue to worsen if not treated on
time.
Detection
It mostly occurs in
individuals between 10 to 18 years. The diagnosis includes:
·
The curvature of
the spine
·
Uneven shoulders
·
Asymmetrical
waistline
·
One hip higher
than the other
The treatment options
Toronto includes
·
Observations
·
Back Braces
·
Surgery
Observation
Once scoliosis is
detected, the doctor will observe the condition, by measuring the curve on a
regular basis. You may have to undergo regular X-rays. The doctors also use
“Cobb Method”- a technique to accurately measure its progression.
The curves that are
less than 10 degrees are taken to be spinal asymmetry. These are unlikely to
progress and do not need any treatment.
However, the ones beyond 20 to 30 degrees need proper inspection and
observation on a regular basis.
However, if the curve
progresses more than 5 degrees during this period or reached 30 degrees, so the
condition is taken as serious.
Corrective braces
Toronto
Another option for the
patients with progressing curves includes the use of a corrective brace.
However, bracing does not straight the back, but stops the progression of the
curves as the child continues to grow. The child will continue to wear it until
she reaches skeletal maturity.
Surgery
The surgery is only
recommended for the patients if their curves are greater than 40 to 45 degrees,
and continues to progress. The surgery
can correct the curvature and also prevents its further progression.
For Scoliosis Treatment
Toronto, get in touch with Scoliosis GTA. Our doctors offer you the best remedy
for the condition, depending on its extent. Get in touch with us for more
details or submit your queries online.
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