Can You Get Scoliosis Later in Life? What Causes Scoliosis?

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Can you get scoliosis later in life? Yes, scoliosis is a condition that can develop at any age. It is characterized by an unnatural sideways spinal curvature that also twists or rotates, making it a three-dimensional condition. Scoliosis is progressive, meaning it worsens over time. While commonly associated with children, scoliosis also affects adults.

Adult scoliosis is diagnosed after skeletal maturity, typically after the age of 18. Once skeletal maturity is reached, scoliosis becomes compressive, often leading to symptoms like pain and stiffness. Degenerative scoliosis is the most common type in older adults, particularly in those over 50. It results from spinal degeneration, which can lead to asymmetrical wear and tear, similar to an unaligned car causing one tire to wear out faster than the others.

The causes of scoliosis vary. Idiopathic scoliosis, which has no known cause, accounts for 80% of cases. The remaining 20% are due to known causes, such as neuromuscular scoliosis, which occurs when a neuromuscular condition like cerebral palsy or Marfan syndrome affects the spine’s soft tissues or nervous system. Congenital scoliosis results from a malformed bone in the spine that develops in utero, and the patient is born with the condition.

Degenerative scoliosis often develops later in life due to asymmetrical degeneration of the spine, which may be influenced by lifestyle factors such as poor posture, a sedentary lifestyle, excess weight, smoking, or improper lifting techniques. Once degeneration starts, it can lead to a cycle of worsening curvature and accelerated degeneration.

Traumatic scoliosis is another form of adult-onset scoliosis caused by internal or external trauma to the spine. External trauma might include a fall or car accident, while internal trauma could result from a disease or medical treatment that weakens the spine.

The majority of adult scoliosis cases are actually adolescent cases that went undiagnosed. Many adolescents with scoliosis do not experience symptoms, and their condition continues to progress unnoticed into adulthood. It is estimated that around 60% of adolescent cases go undiagnosed and later manifest in adulthood due to pain or other symptoms.

The best time to treat scoliosis is always as soon as possible. Early treatment, especially in adults, can help reduce the curve and preserve spinal function. As scoliosis progresses, it becomes harder to treat and can lead to increased pain and dysfunction, especially in patients over 60. Although older patients can still be treated successfully, it is always preferable to address scoliosis earlier, when the curve is more flexible and responsive to treatment.

By treating scoliosis early, the curve can be managed more effectively, reducing the risk of future complications and maintaining better spinal health as patients age.

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00:00 Can You Get Scoliosis Later in Life? What Causes Scoliosis?
00:38 Adult Scoliosis
01:04 What Causes Scoliosis?
01:34 Neuromuscular Scoliosis
01:55 Congenital Scoliosis
02:13 Degenerative Scoliosis
03:18 Lyfe-style Factors : Degenerative Scoliosis
03:52 Traumatic Scoliosis
04:16 Undiagnosed Adolescent Scoliosis
04:54 The Best Time to Treat Scoliosis

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Thank you,
Very informative.
I have severe scoliosis, & it's been to point i can't stand or walk but for very few minutes at a time. I have to lay down most of the day. My Dr said he can't do surgery because its to severe & Very complicated. Im losing all hope.

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Hi I have diagnosd with idiopathic scoliosis with thoracic cobb angle 48 degree. Now I am experiencing lower back pain along with leg pain .my doctor adviced for surgical correction . Iam 36 years .Can you give me a suggestion regarding this

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I have 9° convexity towards right side of body.... I'm pretty nervous about this mild scoliosis .... How can this mild scoliosis be treated

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hi i have scoliosis and i hate myself cuz i like perfect symmetry

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