All levels of scoliosis require treatment. Mild scoliosis won't necessarily stay mild; a proactive treatment plan is needed to counteract the progressive nature of scoliosis. Mild scoliosis treatment works towards preventing progression, increasing symptoms, and the need for surgical treatment. Scoliosis ranges widely in severity, and for patients diagnosed with...
Scoliosis causes the spine to curve unnaturally to the side and rotate, and as a progressive 3-dimensional spinal condition, treatment needs to be proactive. There are also different types of scoliosis to consider, some more common than others; the most common type of scoliosis to affect all ages is idiopathic scoliosis with no single-known cause. Scoliosis is a...
While the majority of scoliosis cases are diagnosed during childhood, the actual rate of scoliosis increases among the aging population. While the symptoms of scoliosis and treatment needs differ in adults, early intervention is always the goal because as a progressive condition, most cases of scoliosis will get worse over time. There are two main types of...
People with scoliosis can lead fulfilling and active lives, but they need to be aware of how their condition affects spinal health and function. Practicing a spine- and scoliosis-friendly lifestyle includes a healthy activity level and knowing which types of exercise and workouts to avoid. When it comes to working out with scoliosis, exercises to avoid are those...
The body's balance and symmetry are key to its stability. The pelvis and hips shape lower body movement, and a misaligned hip can cause lower back and hip pain, muscular imbalance, and a reduced range of motion. A hip misalignment means the pelvis is tilted, rotates, and/or no longer maintains its natural and healthy position. Symptoms of hip misalignment include...
The spine's design is based on movement and function, and its natural curves and neutral alignment are key to its strength and flexibility. Each spinal section has a characteristic curve type that helps balance the other sections for optimal function, and if certain vertebral bodies shift out of alignment with the rest of the spine, problems can occur. The spine's...
As a structural spinal condition that causes an unhealthy lateral spinal curve to develop, no changes to diet alone can improve the scoliosis itself, but a healthy diet and lifestyle can make the body more responsive to treatment. Scoliosis foods to avoid are those that impact overall and spinal health negatively through weight gain and inflammation. Avoiding...
Our understanding of scoliosis treatment has evolved over the years, and back brace design has kept pace with advanced ultra-corrective designs. When combined with the potential of a scoliosis-specific exercise program and scoliosis-specific chiropractic care, bracing success is more likely. While traditional scoliosis braces can weaken the spine and its...
The cervical spine refers to the neck, and as the first spinal section, it connects the brain to the rest of the spine and body. It's important for the cervical spine to have its healthy curve in place and its vertebrae aligned. If the neck loses its healthy curve and alignment, its health and function can be disrupted. Cervical subluxation involves a partial...
In order for a spinal section to function optimally, its vertebrae need to be aligned in a straight and neutral position. Spinal misalignment can cause pain, postural changes, mobility issues, and nerve compression. The first step to treating atlas bone misalignment is determining its underlying cause. The atlas bone is the first vertebra of the cervical spine,...
Back pain is the leading disability around the world and can disrupt mobility and quality of life. Leading a spine-friendly lifestyle can preserve spinal health and function, and regular exercise and stretching can slow natural age-related spinal degeneration. Decompressing the spine offers a number of benefits. Spinal decompression is a traction-based therapy...
Scoliosis weakens the spine due to its uneven forces causing misalignment. Scoliosis can also impact the spine's surrounding muscles, so weak and/or unbalanced muscles can be a factor when exercising with scoliosis. Scoliosis patients who cultivate a healthy and approved activity level can be more responsive to treatment. When it comes to exercising with...