Question 1

i have scoliosis. is it safe to do push ups?

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Yes: Push ups and other exercises do not affect scoliosis. In general exercise helps people strengthen the muscles and bones, burns calories, relief stress. Exercise done properly has many benefits. If you are not "in shape" start slowly and add intensity. If a certain exercise is uncomfortable or always bothers you, try a different exercise.

Question 2

are push ups ok to do if you have scoliosis?

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Does it hurt?: Use pain as your guide.  If it hurts your back then don't do them.

Question 3

do push ups help with scoliosis?does it straighten the spine?

Accepted Answer

No: Severe scoliosis may require surgical intervention. Rigid vest support may be helpful in reducing pain in appropriate patients.

Question 4

can you do sit ups and push ups with scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

yes: Yes, you can do situps and push ups if you have scoliosis.  The majority of people with scoliosis can participate in unrestricted activity.  Thnak you.

Question 5

hello i have scoliosis, my bone degree is 32 degrees, in gym class, i have to do push ups . if i keep doing it will my bone degree go up or down?

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Missing info: The tendency for scoliosis to increase or decrease is somewhat dependent on bone maturity in most patients. Those in a rapid growing period have more risk than those whose bones have stopped growing. A bone maturity (bone age) as well as any present treatment(s) would allow a more specific response.

Question 6

i have 35 degree congenital lumbar scoliosis along with spina bifida occulta in l5 vertebra. is lifting weights and doing push ups a good idea?

Accepted Answer

It is fine: Typically spina bifida occulta is not highly destabilized and more of an incidental finding. The scoliosis should also not be a huge problem. My recommendation would be to work out, but don't do exercises that are bothersome to your low back. If it hurts, don't do it.

Question 7

i have scoliosis and whenever i do pushups it hurts my back. is that a bad thing?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Hi, more info would be helpful such as severity or degree of scoliosis, how many push ups you are doing, &amp; if you are new to push ups.  If the back pain is minor &amp; transient, then probably not a problem.  But if you have been doing push ups for a while and the BP is new, it would be a good idea to check it out with your doc. If the pain is debilitating or severe, you should see your doc. Take care

Question 8

i have congenital scoliosis surgery question, any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes you could see an orthopedic surgeon with a specialty for the treatment of scoliosis.  Also, if you list your specific question on healthtap, i will try to look for it and answer it if i can.  Thank you.

Question 9

what is congenital scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

Type of spine curve: There are multiple reasons for scoliosis &one is known as a congenital type which is when there is a deformity of the bones ( vertebra) of the spine that one is born with & leads to an early curvature of the spine.  Some don't need surgery & others do.  They tend to not respond to bracing & can be very progressive in terms of a rapidly worsening curve & may be associated with other medical issues.

Question 10

is it true that congenital scoliosis is life threatening?

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No: Congenital scoliosis is not life threatening in isolation. However, if very severe, there can be neuromuscular restrictions and pain that worsen with time, often the reason people undergo surgery. With chronicity (many years), severe cases lead to restrictive lung disease that an shorten life if not treated.

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I have 35 degree congenital lumbar scoliosis along with spina bifida occulta in l5 vertebra. is lifting weights and doing push ups a good idea?

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