What is the Treatment for Scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a condition that is characterized by a side to side curvature of the spine. It generally affects adolescents and girls are more likely to have a progressive curve that requires treatment. According to the Mayo Clinic, adult scoliosis is generally a worsened condition that started at childhood or resulted from a degenerative joint condition. When caught early, there are several treatments that have been affective at keeping it from becoming a permanent disability. Get an exam. The first step in treatment for scoliosis is to get an exam to observe the extent of the curvature. There is a screening test called the Adam’s Test that is done at schools or can be done by a pediatrician. The shoulders, hips, and scapulae are checked for levelness and the spine is examined for straightness. The child then bends over and the back is evaluated for an abnormal elevation on one side. Get an operation. Although this is a last resort treatment, it is not out of the question. This is usual
