Risk Factors For Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine that can occur at birth, or appear during the teenage years. The most common form is idiopathic scoliosis, although you can have a spinal curvature at birth or because of a neurological or muscular disease. At Proficient Chiropractic serving St. Louis and Overland, our chiropractors are ready to examine your spine and create a customized treatment plan. When you have symptoms from scoliosis, it's time to take a further look at what's going on.

Risk Factors

Idiopathic scoliosis is often discovered between the ages of 10 and 18. While both boys and girls are diagnosed with scoliosis during adolescence, it is more common for girls to be diagnosed and require treatment. Siblings of a person diagnosed with scoliosis are at a higher risk of developing it. With neuromuscular scoliosis, a neurological or muscular disease is often present, such as spinal bifida or muscular dystrophy.

Treatment With a Chiropractor for Scoliosis

A chiropractor can help ease the pain and stiffness that can occur with scoliosis, easing the strain on back muscles with routine adjustments. Gentle stretching, ultrasound, spinal adjustments, and hot or cold therapies can improve your symptoms. A chiropractor isn't going to make your scoliosis disappear, but we can improve the curvature of your spine, and reduce your pain. Treatment should be consistent to get the most benefit from seeing a chiropractor for scoliosis.

Contact Our Chiropractors at Proficient Chiropractic

If you have scoliosis and are considering chiropractic care for help, it's time to contact Proficient Chiropractic to schedule your first appointment. We provide chiropractic care for residents of St. Louis, Overland, and the surrounding areas. Call our team today at (314) 447-0725 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.