How Scoliosis Affects and Causes Pain

[@janicejackson2766]

I was diagnosed with scoliosis at 66 years old. Prior to this the only issue I had was lower back degenerative disease but it was manageable. I fell 5 years prior to the scoliosis diagnosis. I went to urgent care It happened to have an orthopedist on call who told me I had an old injury. He said my lower back had been fractured possibly 10 to 15 years earlier. I couldn't remember when it happened although I'd had a car injury back in 1984 where my car flipped over and I remember having a soreness in my lower back that I was in my early thirties. My chiropractor said a fracture in the lower back might not have been that obvious so I guess it's possible. I was checked for scoliosis as a child and was not diagnosed. I was very active as a child. I played basketball 4 years in high school, and avid walker and jogger, always working out and doing exercises, still jogging well into my forties. It was only until I started a stressful job and quit exercising in my '50s that I started having issues. I was 65 when I was diagnosed with scoliosis but according to the chiropractor he says it appears the injury in my lower spine could have started the scoliosis. Sorry for so much detail. I've gone to physical therapy three different times. The last time they used dry needling which seem to help with the pain. I just stopped therapy two weeks ago and even though I'm doing most of the exercises three times a week the pain has increased substantially. I can definitely tell the pain is much different with scoliosis than with the lower back degenerative disease. The pain from scoliosis hurts me in my ribs and side right below my breast. It is sometimes unbearable. My scoliosis specialist recommended a back brace even though my posture had improved substantially from the physical therapy the pain has not. I got the back brace and each time I want it I've been in more pain not less. . I took it today to my chiropractor who told me that it would do more harm than good. He said I will be losing muscle mass and that he would recommend not wearing it. I use a tens unit and continue my exercise for physical therapy. I use ibuprofen and gabapentin for pain. My spinal specialist wants to do surgery but I've heard it's a years recovery. I also was told I need to see a neurosurgeon for a second opinion before proceeding down any road. I enjoy your videos they've always been very helpful. Can you give me any recommendations or clarify and correct any information I have that may not be accurate. Thanks so much for your kindness and consideration.

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

We would be delighted to initiate a conversation with you through our contact form at www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/contact, provided that you are able to travel to our location for treatment.

[@curlysue662]

Very good, informative video! You’ve answered questions that I have wondered about. Thank you!

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Glad it was helpful! To learn more about our methods, please visit www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/treatment-approach.

[@annemariethomson6265]

Thank you for another very informative video. Is there any possibility you could do a video on C curves? I have been diagnosed with significant Scoliosis . I am not getting any treatment due to prolapsed discs amd losss of height at all levels. I'd be interested to know ore about C curves. Thank you as always. Your videos are fantastic.

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

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[@bjacob9998]

I hav c-curve and dusk issues but my non-surgical orthopedic dr recommended physical therapy. What was your recommendation?

[@annemariethomson6265]

@bjacob9998 hi, the orthopaedic surgeon told me that due to my spine being weak, it was too dangerous to get surgery. So I use morphone patches, lots of pain killers , lots of heapads tens machines ,massagers , body support tubi magnet belts,back supports ,lots of things. I'll try anything to see if it helps. I did have physiotherapy bit she was asking me to do some things that I found near impossible and having read about some of the exercises ,some of them should not be done when you have Scoliosis. So I just get on with it myself!! Hope physio helps you. 😊

[@reginablaker7294]

Thank you for sharing. Very informative!

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

Glad it was helpful! To learn more about our methods, please visit our website at www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/treatment-approach.

[@lunaticmoon2941]

I’m 55 and had scoliosis surgery when I was 15. I am now having severe pain throughout my entire spine and back. Also having hip pain and shoulder pain. What I find strange is that I’m having pain in my thoracic area and that’s where my ribs are.

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

We are excited that you have contacted us. At our center, we use a non-invasive and natural approach to scoliosis treatment. To learn more about our methods, please visit our website at www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/treatment-approach

[@denaross3188]

9:37 am is there a scoliosis reduction center in the state of Alabama where I live please - need help desperately - I have severe degenerative scoliosis and degenerative joint disease especially in my shoulder blades - tyvm

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

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[@karonpigg8498]

I have severe scoliosis. 62, I so much pain . Nothing helps . Nerve root block , meds, P T . Currently doing scroth . Learned some exercises to help , working in elongation of spine .Lumbar and sciatica. Will hang from bar for some relief . The pain is so bad can’t get around . Keep telling need to deal with this young are ASAP.I have so many other issues but I am wanting surgery

[@bjacob9998]

I’m so sorry💐🤗. Can you share the elongating exercises?

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

We would be delighted to initiate a conversation with you through our contact form at www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/contact, provided that you are able to travel to our location for treatment.

[@michaelbarton9585]

I have thoracic scoliosis and my curvature is 7 degrees. However I’m experiencing every last one of these symptoms. Is this still possible, even though the curve is less than 10 degrees? All these symptoms started when I turned 40 years old.

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

Hard to say without knowing more about your case. Learn more about how we can help by visiting our website at www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/treatment-approach.

[@ArinasArinas-f9i]

I’ve diagnosed with scoliosis 2 years now , my back pain is getting worse worse every day 😢

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

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[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

Our center emphasizes a safe and natural method for treating scoliosis. Discover how we can assist you by visiting our website at www.scoliosisreductioncenter.com/treatment-approach.

[@susanpreston159]

Can it cause pressure in the vagina and bowel?? Plus I'm dealing with legs and feet are now very sensitive to cool weather cool floors doesn't like anything tight on my bottom legs and bottom of my feet'

[@bjacob9998]

Are you a TI?

[@ScoliosisReductionCenter]

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[@arterynosferatu672]

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