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5 Things to Know if You Think You Have Scoliosis

Tracy Collins Ortlieb — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 17:07:00 +0000

Scoliosis, a condition that causes the spine to curve, is often thought of as something that only happens in children. But the diagnosis isn’t just for kids: scoliosis can also happen in adults, who may live with it for years without developing symptoms. Others keep it at bay with regular exercise and healthy living. For some, the condition can generate severe pain and disability, eventually requiring surgery, but for most, scoliosis is treatable without surgery.

Here are a few things to know if you’ve been diagnosed with or think you might have adult scoliosis.

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3 Simple Ways to Relieve Scoliosis Pain at Home

Tracy Collins Ortlieb — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 17:12:00 +0000

Recognizable by its sideways curvature, scoliosis arcs and twists the spine’s vertical column into an “s” or “c” shape. Mild cases of scoliosis may be hardly noticeable, while the most severe cases may require corrective surgery.

The good news: even without surgery, there are many home-based treatment options to help you thrive with scoliosis.

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4 Non-Invasive Scoliosis Treatment Options

Tracy Collins Ortlieb — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:16:00 +0000

Scoliosis, the medical term for curvature of the spine, affects millions of Americans, an estimated 2 to 3% of the population. For the most severe cases—curves that exceed 45 degrees—surgical intervention may be necessary.

But for the majority of people diagnosed with scoliosis, your doctor will advise non-invasive treatments, each clinically proven to forestall the need for surgery. Here are a few.

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