Scoliosis Treatment

Spinal malformations occur in infants, which are almost always present at birth. Sometimes, some kids may develop spinal deformities during adolescence. Scoliosis is one such spinal anomaly in which the spine curves sideways unnaturally, forming an 'S' shape. There are many forms of scoliosis treatment, out of which, comprehensive spine therapy at QI Spine Clinic proves to be the most effective non-invasive solution.

If you have congenital scoliosis, it may go unnoticed for a long time until you develop some symptoms. The first signs of spinal deformity may be observed if you notice any uncanny bending in the spine to one side. There may be some visible signs of scoliosis which you should look out for:

• The spine is bent (usually) to the right in the upper back and to the left in the lower back
• The right shoulder is higher than the left shoulder
• The hips are not aligned
• Sitting and standing can be tiresome & painful and cause stiffness
• Since the curved spine tends to press against the lungs and heart, physical activity can be limited and strenuous
• Inexplicable back pain in adolescents that cannot be relieved

When you have scoliosis, your genetic makeup plays a huge role in it. A majority of scoliosis cases are congenital; however, unfortunately, about 80% of scoliosis cases are idiopathic, meaning that the underlying cause couldn't be determined conclusively. Also, it's been observed that girls develop scoliosis quicker than boys. Although some causes of scoliosis can't be identified, there are other factors that have been identified as possible causes:

• Neuro-muscular conditions like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy or polio can cause Myopathic scoliosis.
• Paralytic scoliosis occurs when the muscles around the spine don't develop fully, and the spine takes extra pressure as a result.
• Degenerative conditions of the spine, such as osteoporosis or osteomalacia.

Scoliosis often lasts throughout adolescence and even progresses further into adulthood if left unchecked and untreated. That's why it becomes important to screen your children every four to six months for early detection and diagnosis of scoliosis. Scoliosis can be detected by a spine specialist based on the visible symptoms. At QI Spine Clinic, our spine specialists take immense care to diagnose and treat scoliosis and other congenital spine conditions using innovative spine care solutions. Our well-experienced spine doctors prescribe thoracic bracing to limit the progression of scoliosis and contain the curvature below 50 degrees as a primary step towards conservative scoliosis treatment. Not every scoliosis case is the same, so our spine specialists take care to curate individualised treatment protocols for each of our patients.

Our spine doctors design personalised exercise programs for our patients, incorporating wall bar exercises, swiss ball exercises, foam roller stretches, and yoga poses. These exercises can help manage this congenital condition. At QI Spine Clinic, we strive to offer non-invasive, conservative scoliosis treatment. For functional scoliosis, we provide a specialised treatment using biofeedback with our patented device, which corrects postural imbalance, enhances flexibility, and strengthens the spine and hip muscles. In cases of rapidly progressing scoliosis, our specialists may recommend surgery for a more comprehensive correction.

QI Spine Clinic specialises in delivering world-class spine care treatments with a mindset that treats the concerned condition without surgical intervention as much as possible. If you're suffering from spine conditions or disorders, you shouldn't delay diagnosis. Visit our highly experienced spine doctors at QI Spine Clinic and get highly successful treatments at affordable prices.