Scoliosis Phe 404 Fall 2008 Michelle Furlong
What is scoliosis? Disorder: Abnormal curve of the spine Girls vs. Boys Hereditary? They are best friends
2 Main Types Kyphosis Lordosis
Other Types Functional: curve is because somewhere else in body. Neuromuscular Degenerative
Most Common Symptoms Uneven shoulders Off balanced hips Back and hip pain
Diagnosis PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS!!! Also, if you have major pain and discomfort in your back and hip area.
Treatment 3 Categories: -Observation -Bracing -Surgery
Treatment (con’t) Functional: observation Neuromuscular: try observation and bracing, but surgery mainly Degenerative: observation and surgery Kyphosis and Lordosis: ALL 3 categories
Can anyone tell me what they think the main goal for treatment is…
Relief for pain.. Physical therapy Massages YOGA
Cure? As of right now there is no cure Research is continuing…
REVIEW TIME What is scoliosis? What are the 2 main types? What are the 3 treatment categories? What is the main goal for treatment? What are some relief methods?