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Alternative ways for scoliosis

Posted By Laura (Brooklyn, Ny) on 04/18/2011

Hi EC: Does anyone know of an alternative way to treat scolosis? My fourteen yr old daughter was recently diagnosed and her doc has recommended braces. This sounded simple enough when he explained it but when I googled it, most of the information on the braces were so negative. Surgery reviews were worse. I am getting very frustrated now and would really be grateful for any information on this subject. Many thanks to all the wonderful and caring people of this community. God bless,

Replied by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 04/18/2011

pete egoscue claims his system can cure scoliosis. check it out.

Replied by Knute (Sacramento, Ca) on 04/19/2011

Good chiropractors who are using the NUCCA method for adjusting the atlas vertebra have had success treating scoliosis. The atlas is the vertebra the head rests on. I heard of one case where a boy was diagnosed with scoliosis, and he was scheduled to be fitted with a brace. The doctor said that if the brace did not work surgery would be necessary. Anyway, one adjustment with the NUCCA method was performed by the chiropractor - and the scoliosis disappeared immediately. Afterwards the boy was quite normal. - This may not happen all the time, however, it's worth it to check it out.

Replied by Cateye (Melbourne, Vic., Australia) on 08/05/2011

Atlas Installation.

Permanent C1 alignment. Find an atlas profilax practitioner and save yourself and your daughter from your chiropractic habit before it begins...

Also get her started on bone broth,

http://www.westonaprice.org/food-features/broth-is-beautiful

Bone broth saved me from calcium supplements which were helping to destroy my spine, funnily enough.

You can cure her now and set her up for life.

Best to you for your search. X

Replied by Dr. Steve Wander (Rockville, Md, Usa) on 11/17/2011

Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that causes stiffness and pain. It is called an idiopathic disease because the cause of it is unknown. Scoliosis is more common in females and begins in childhood. However, merely 2 percent of the population is afflicted. If it is detected early, scoliosis treatment will prevent it from worsening over time.

Scoliosis is derived from the Greek term meaning curvature. People with scoliosis have a sideways curve in their spine that makes an "S" or "C" shape. The vertebrae can rotate at the thoracic level of the spine causing this curve and resulting in a hump near the rib cage. If the curve is more than 60 degrees it is considered serious. Usually this curve makes the waist or shoulders uneven. And unlike the normal curvature of the spine, adjusting your posture will not correct the problem.

In some instances, the degenerative diseases of the spine can cause scoliosis. Osteoporosis is when the bones soften and usually occurs in older people. This softening can cause the vertebrae to bend and shape the curve causing scoliosis or kyphosis (round back). If not treated properly, severe back pain, deformity, and difficulty breathing can be some symptoms that will arise.

Chiropractic care can help improve this condition. We look at your overall health examining your spine as well as other factors of your lifestyle. To help identify the problem's cause, we will discuss symptoms and previous injuries, your family's health history, and recreational and work-related activities.

Most exams for scoliosis include the Adam's Forward Bending Test and have been adopted by many schools, whereas they test for this in physical education classes. It requires the person to bend at the waist as someone views the spinal alignment. If there is an abnormal prominence or hump we can help you. We will measure the length of the legs to determine unevenness. We also perform a range of motion test that measures the degree to which the patient has mobility at the waist. If needed, we will refer you to a specialist for further scoliosis treatment.

An orthopedic brace can be used to prevent the curve from worsening and does not limit physical activity. Moist heat will help alleviate some pain. In extreme cases surgery may be required but only after the continuous observation has shown that a brace is not helping. Spinal fusion and instrumentation is a surgery specialized for people with scoliosis whereas rods and hooks are inserted to help align your spine and prevent further curving.

Regular visits to observe the progression of scoliosis, are an integral part of living a full and happy life. Scoliosis can be treated in various ways to help alleviate pain and restore normal functionality. Regardless of the treatment used, physical therapy may be added to scoliosis treatment to increase muscle strength and mobility.

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