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When discussing scoliosis, we must understand that scoliosis, as a structural spinal condition, always involves the development of an unnatural sideways spinal curvature. Scoliosis curves also involve rotation, making it a three-dimensional condition, and it occurs when viewed from the side. Scoliosis curves need to measure at least 10°, assessed by an angle called the Cobb angle, which is determined through an X-ray. The Cobb angle indicates the severity of scoliosis, categorizing it as mild, moderate, severe, or very severe.
Scoliosis is a progressive condition, meaning it almost always worsens over time at some point. The degree and severity of worsening are unpredictable and tend to occur during critical stages of life, most notably during adolescence, but it can also happen in late adulthood, typically beyond the age of 60. However, the presence of pain in scoliosis varies widely.
The common misconception is that scoliosis always causes pain, but this is not true. Scoliosis varies not only in severity but also in its types, affecting individuals of all ages, from infants to juveniles, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. The age of the patient plays a significant role in whether scoliosis causes pain, rather than the severity of the curvature. Older individuals are more likely to experience pain due to scoliosis, especially if the condition has been present for a long time.
In children and adolescents, scoliosis is often diagnosed without the presence of pain because the condition hasn't yet reached the stage where it compresses nerves, muscles, and tissues, which typically leads to pain. This compression usually occurs in adulthood after skeletal maturity is reached and growth ceases. During growth, even though curves may progress, they do not necessarily cause pain as they are not compressing the surrounding structures. Therefore, young patients with scoliosis may remain asymptomatic.
In contrast, adults with scoliosis may experience pain, and the severity of this pain can vary. In the early stages of adult scoliosis (usually in the age range of 20 to 40), back pain may be mild and intermittent, improving with rest. As the curvature progresses, the pain may become more chronic and debilitating, particularly as patients get older. Lumbar curves, which affect the lower back, are most commonly associated with pain, particularly left lumbar curves that can cause problems in the left leg and hip.
Pain in scoliosis can manifest in various ways, including nerve compression, radiating pain, tingling, numbness, electric shock sensations, and more. Muscle soreness, pain, and fatigue can also occur, with pain often worsening throughout the day as the body is subjected to uneven forces due to scoliosis.
While children and adolescents may experience some muscle discomfort due to scoliosis, adults may develop chronic muscle imbalances as the curvature persists over time. The muscle imbalances are a result of the scoliosis, not its cause. In a small minority of cases, neuromuscular scoliosis may be caused by muscle imbalances.
Unfortunately, many treatments for scoliosis focus on managing symptoms rather than addressing the underlying curvature. This approach may provide short-term relief but does not prevent the curvature from worsening. As the curvature progresses, the effectiveness of these treatments diminishes, often leading to more invasive interventions, including spinal fusion surgery.
At the Scoliosis Reduction Center, we take a proactive approach to scoliosis treatment, aiming to reduce the curve before it becomes more severe. By achieving curve reduction and allowing the body to heal, patients experience long-term relief from their symptoms. Instead of solely managing pain, we focus on reducing the root cause of these issues, which ultimately leads to better and more lasting results.

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00:00 What Is Scoliosis
01:19 Does Scoliosis Always Cause Pain
03:40 How Bad Can This Pain Become
04:22 Most Common Curve Type To Cause Pain
07:58 Best Treatment Option For Scoliosis Pain
10:14 What We Offer At The Scoliosis Reduction Center