Scoliosis

WHAT IS SCOLIOSIS?

Scoliosis is a condition where the spine deviates from its normal curvature. On x-rays the spine of scoliosis patients can look like an “S” or “C” shape, rather than a straight line.

Scoliosis varies from mild to severe cases and is more commonly found in women. Good news is that chiropractic can help reduce the curvature of scoliosis. Read the latest research on outcomes for adult scoliosis patients receiving chiropractic rehabilitation here.

Signs that you may have scoliosis:

– Uneven muscular tone on one side of the spine

– One shoulder blade that is more prominent than the other

– Ribs that are more prominent on one side than the other

– One hip that presents lower than the other

– One arm that presents lower than the other

– One leg that seems shorter than the other

– In some cases impaired nerve action

If you suspect that you or your child may have scoliosis make sure to come and see us. Dr Andrew Kaltenbach at Robina Chiropractic Wellness Centre is well trained in the detection of scoliosis in all ages.

Dr Andrew is one of a few chiropractors on the Gold Coast that use the Chiropractic Biophysics Technique, which is well known in the chiropractic and medical profession as being well researched in the maintainence and correction of structural spinal disorders. He has multiple Spinal Rehabilitation and Traction Machines to help treat spinal dysfunction and minimise the scoliosis side effects.

Patients with scoliosis are very likely to have Spinal Subluxations, misalignments to the spine. Chiropractic can significantly reduce the symptoms caused by these subluxations to minimise nervous system disturbances and minimise progression and symptoms.

Not only will Dr Andrew Kaltenbach will work hard to try and reduce the degree of the scoliosis curve using adjustments as well as spinal rehab, (using Chiropractic Biophysics treatment) but he will prescribe home exercises with Denneroll Spinal Orthotics.

However, if your scoliosis is too serious for chiropractic, Dr Andrew has a great network of practitioners that he can refer onto whether it be bracing and/or surgery. He will know when to treat and when to refer. Either way, if you suspect you or your child might have scoliosis, DON’T WAIT. Early detection is important.

Call the office if you have any questions or take advantage of a complementary call with Dr Andrew to see if you should seek our help or someone else?