Scoliosis: What is considered a significant degree of curvature?
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Scoliosis is defined as curvature of the spine that is *greater* than 10 degrees (as measured on X-ray).  Anything less is considered normal variation in a normal individual.  After puberty and growth, curves under 50 degrees are not likely to get worse.  In the 10-30 degree range, Scoliosis is often simply observed for progression. In the 30-50 degree range, bracing is the standard of care.  Anything more than 50 degrees is considered for a surgery called spinal fusion.\n\nHope that helps.
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If your shoulders slump forward and you slouch, that curve is called a kyphosis. Posture has a lot to do with it, sometimes genetics do as well. There are certain diseases that cause an increase in that curve or a "hump" in your upper back. But assuming you are healthy then you just need to increase your muscle tone in your mid back and the back of your shoulders, and do some chest stretches to be sure you aren't rolling your shoulders forward. Don't slouch when  you sit and don't sleep with a lot of pillows under your head.
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That is a condition known as kyphosis, or Scheuermann’s disease.  This condition occurs when the front of the upper spine does not grow as fast as the back of the spine, so that the vertebrae become wedge-shaped, with the narrow part of the wedge in front. The wedge-shape of the vertebrae creates an increase in the amount of normal kyphosis (front angulation of the thoracic spine). \n\nThe wedging of vertebrae in Scheuermann’s kyphosis is most common in the thoracic spine (upper back), with the apex of the curve typically between the T7 and T9 levels of the spine. Although less common, Scheuermann’s kyphosis may also occur in the junction between the thoracic and lumbar spine (thoracolumbar spine) or in the lumbar spine (lower back). \n\nThe cause of Scheuermann's disease is unknown, but is thought to be due to a growth abnormality of the vertebral body. The growth plate anteriorly (in the front) stops growing but the posterior part of the growth plate continues to grow. This is due to a condition known as osteochondrosis. \n\nScheuermann’s disease does not spread and is not really a “disease” but a condition that can arise during growth. It is more common in males and appears in adolescents usually towards the end of their growth spurt, but can occur in anyone.\n\nIf the roundback deformity is severe, patients are more likely to have discomfort or pain along with the deformity as they age. \n\nLearn more about it at the website below.   Good luck on your career as a holistic therapist.
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most men have a bit of curvature, some more than others.  if it is painful for you, you might consider seeing a doctor, but i'm 99% sure curvature is not a problem.
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My mother went through that surgery 35 years ago, she was 14, and had a 69º curve in her spine that was shaped like an S. It's a lot different now than it was then. She recently corresponded with a 13 year old that had it done and encouraged her and sent photos of what she looked like and such explaining that she was glad that they did the surgery. The girl that had the surgery done was up and walking in 3 weeks and back to normal in 6 weeks, of course there's things you can't do for  a certian period of time, but the proceedure now is 100% better than what my mom went through. \n I have scoliosis, it's not nearly as bad as my mothers but it does hurt as you get older. \nGood Luck and we'll be praying for you and you daughter especially.
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First of all there are no exercises which will effectively decrease the curvature of your spine, or prevent it from getting worse.  All you can do is to strengthen the trunk muscles that support the spine.\n\nAs a physical therapist who has treated many back patients and a good amount of scoliosis patients (as well as having scoliosis myself) I would recommend that you do lumbar stability exercises.  I've attached a link to a good site with a few good stability exercises to get you started.  As you progress you might also want to consider doing pilates or yoga, both of which will help to strengthen your back muscles.
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An underlying disease that affects the neuromuscular system, a leg-length discrepancy, or a birth defect may cause scoliosis. Scoliosis can also begin in a fetus during fetal development. Congenital scoliosis is a type of birth defect that affects the development of the vertebrae and often occurs with other congenital problems.\n\nScoliosis runs in families and may involve genetic (hereditary) factors. But researchers haven't identified the gene or genes that may cause scoliosis. Doctors also recognize that spinal cord and brainstem abnormalities play a role in some cases of scoliosis.\n\nScoliosis isn't caused by poor posture, diet, exercise, or the use of backpacks.
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If θ is a reflex angle then \n\n180° < θ < 360°\n\nAngles are categorised as follows\n\n0° < θ < 90° ------- acute angle\n90° = θ  ------------ right angle\n90° < θ < 180° --- obtuse angle\n180° = θ ----------- straight angle\n180° < θ < 360° -- reflex angle\n360° = θ ----------- revolution
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its better you rule out any spinal injury, ideally you may need either a CAT scan of the chest/thorax and spine, probably the thoraric vertebrae..never ruling out further requirement of a MRI scan as well, get in touch with a traumatologist/spinal surgeon asap. good luck and wishes for a speedy recovery!
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It depends of the degree of curvature in your spine. I had it so bad, I had to have surgery. After the surgery, I was 2 1/2 inches taller than I was before.
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unsure what u mean!?\n\nscoliosis is curvature of the spine...\n\n...60 degrees curvature proves to be fatal.\n\n...the cause is unknown or it could be a doctor's mistake...\n\n...having it operated on is expensive no matter where you are if its in a private hospital...if u can get it via public then good luck...if u intend to get operated on...I suggest u get as fit as u can prior to the operation...avoid operations if u can...see chiroprators as much as u need regarding scoliosis...as they are helpful....\n\n...i recommend u do not go and have surgery in india or anywhere  except expensive rich countries like mine, yours, canada, europe and where ever else...cos when u wake up and move making sure you can feel your legs i'm sure u were glad u saved the money!!!  u spend what u need to...I'v done it twice and am fine now...assuming u need the surgery...
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Yes, if one vertebrea is out it can pinch nerves, cut off blood supply to certain areas and all other types of symptoms.  They may seem unrelated but are probably directly related to subluxation (your back being out).  You should always seek chiropratic immediately and massage, if possible.  My mother was in an accident 20 years ago, did not get treatment and now has serious health problems because of it.  I was in an accident 2 months ago, got chiropratic immediatly, and massage and have completely recovered.  My second set of x-rays shows my spine has almost completly realigned.  My advice: get chiropractic ASAP.  3 times a week for several months, then 2.. your chiropractor should advise you.  Hopefully you have insurance to cover it!
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Sagittal spinal contour refers to the "side" plane of the spine.  Loss of normal contour means that the spine is s-curved.  This is a condition of scoliosis, which is often a 3-dimensional spinal deformity.\n\nHope this helps!
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Yes it is with radius of curvature = ∞\n\nHigher geometry takes this for granted
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There is no F.  The vertebrae are divided into C (cervical), T (thorax), L (lumbar), S (sacral) and O (coccyx)
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an abnormal spinal curvature characterized by back pain
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Massage and yoga. Both are extremely effective. I have friends that have tried and they had scoliosis before. It is perfect now. Perfect back. I STRONGLY recommend it