Question 1

what is the definition or description of: abnormal curvature of the spine?

Accepted Answer

Scoliosis: Scoliosis is the term given for a curvature of the spine in the coronal plane that is greater than 10 degrees.

Question 2

d left side of my hip bone is higher than d right. i'd a curved spine when i was younger but d doc said d degree of curvature was ok. i get backache often. cld this b due to d curved spine n does it usually worsens with age? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Could: It could worsen. Most aches and pains do worsen as we age. May be beneficial to get an orthotic brace that helps straighten the curvature and reduce abnormal load on rest of body.

Question 3

how much curvature of the spine would be considered scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

15 degrees: Under 15 degrees is called spinal asyemtry is a common normal variant.

Question 4

what is the minimum curvature of a spine that would be considered scoliosis?

Accepted Answer

Any degree: Any degree is scoliosis. But many people live  with mild scoliosis with no consequences.  Only if it's over 25 degrees in an adolescent it must be monitored  and treated if it's over 40 degrees.

Question 5

what complications can arise from minor scoliosis, spine curvature?

Accepted Answer

Progression: A truly mild scoliosis usually is almost completely asymptomatic and does not cause any problems.  The only significance of a mild curve is that, if the person is still growing, the curve can progress, and so should be followed.  Thank you for the question.

Question 6

i have spine scoliosis with 5-7 degree curvature, will therapy fix it?

Accepted Answer

No: Spine curvature under 10 degrees is considered within normal anatomic variation and is typically not clinically detected unless someone is looking for it. If it is symptomatic therapy may help with symptoms but it will not reverse the curvature. Typically this level of curvature is not symptomatic.

Question 7

i heard of a middle-aged lady that did rolfing and her spine curvature  went down so much now she doesn't even have scoliosis anymore please respond?

Accepted Answer

Rolfing: There are many articles on the internet about rolfing causing improvement in scoliosis and lordosis.  However, I am wondering it this is improving curvature by working with muscles ligaments that may further accentuate the curve or if it is in fact causing a difference in the bony structures of the back. Do you understand the distinction I am trying to make?

Question 8

i have severe back pain all the time with my scoliosis ihave a 42 degree curvature in my spine and i'm20 years old what is causing this pain.

Accepted Answer

The scoliosis: An be causing your pain but also the various nerves can be impinged on by disc herniations.  Consult a back pain specialist.

Question 9

i have a 7 degree curvature of my spine in the lumbar region of my back.   it's considered mild scoliosis but i'm constantly in pain, often severe. y?

Accepted Answer

Curve from pain: People can have a mild scoliosis or curve in their spine caused by the muscle spasms that cause pain. In that situation the spine turns toward the pain, since the muscles involved are shortened. Mild scoliosis in an adult is rarely a cause of pain. You should be looking to another source for its origin.

Question 10

hi
i was wondering the symptoms of lordosis, 
or some type of scoliosis, frequent straining sensation and hurting in back. curvature in spine.

thanks?

Accepted Answer

Scoliosis: KailaniTi - everyone has some amount of lordosis in their spine. That is entirely normal. Scoliosis is a coronal deviation or abnormal curvature of the spine beyond 10 degrees in the coronal plane. It is not always accompanied by pain. There are other conditions of the lumbar spine (low back) that can cause pain in your age group. Typically, initial evaluations begin with a few x-rays.

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What is the definition or description of: abnormal curvature of the spine?

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D left side of my hip bone is higher than d right. i'd a curved spine when i was younger but d doc said d degree of curvature was ok. i get backache often. cld this b due to d curved spine n does it usually worsens with age? thanks!

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How much curvature of the spine would be considered scoliosis?

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What is the minimum curvature of a spine that would be considered scoliosis?

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What complications can arise from minor scoliosis, spine curvature?

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I have spine scoliosis with 5-7 degree curvature, will therapy fix it?

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I heard of a middle-aged lady that did rolfing and her spine curvature went down so much now she doesn't even have scoliosis anymore please respond?

A member asked:

I have severe back pain all the time with my scoliosis ihave a 42 degree curvature in my spine and i'm20 years old what is causing this pain.

A member asked:

I have a 7 degree curvature of my spine in the lumbar region of my back. it's considered mild scoliosis but i'm constantly in pain, often severe. y?

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Hi i was wondering the symptoms of lordosis, or some type of scoliosis, frequent straining sensation and hurting in back. curvature in spine. thanks?

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