Scoliosis

Understanding scoliosis and what you may expect is important. The spinal curve of scoliosis can cause multiple health effects, such as pain, tingling, and leg weakness. The spine has a big impact on the rest of the body. Not only can a problem with the spine affect other systems, but it can be embarrassing.

Scoliosis patients can develop this problem at an early age and may need treatment. When the spine is curved, it causes a lot of back pain. This condition needs to be monitored and treated when needed. Call Lower Cape Chiropractic in Orleans, MA, to schedule an assessment. Read below to understand more about scoliosis and how it can affect your health.

What Is Scoliosis?

Scoliosis occurs when the spine curves sideways. It generally begins in children who are just about to start adolescence. This is when a major spurt of growth happens. As the spine grows, it starts to grow sideways. If it keeps getting worse, it can have big effects on the patient's life. Most of the time, the patient has only mild scoliosis. This generally doesn't need to be treated. However, other patients have a worse case of this condition. When it's a serious case of scoliosis, it requires treatment and management.

Effects of Scoliosis

A severe case of this condition can cause disability. For example, when there is a serious curve in the spine, there is less space left in the chest cavity. This can make it harder for the patient to breathe. In addition, the ribs may be positioned to pressure the heart and lungs. Another problem patients have is back pain. Patients may also have tingling or leg weakness because of the condition.

What Causes Scoliosis?

Sometimes scoliosis can run in families. If there is a family history of it in the patient's past, this genetic component can cause the problem. In addition, spinal injuries and spinal defects sometimes cause it, such as cerebral palsy.

Visit Our Chiropractor

The back pain and other problems caused by scoliosis need to be managed with the help of our chiropractor. Call Lower Cape Chiropractic in Orleans, MA, to schedule a chiropractic appointment. Several treatments may be helpful for this condition. Call our office at (508) 255-5866 to schedule an appointment.