What are the symptoms and treatment exercise for scoliosis.
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Scoliosis is the abnormal twisting and curvature of the spine. It is usually first noticed by a change in appearance of the back. Typical signs include: a visibly curved spine one shoulder being higher than the other one shoulder or hip being more prominent than the other clothes not hanging properly a prominent ribcage a difference in leg lengths Back pain is common in adults with scoliosis. Young people with scoliosis may also experience some discomfort but it's less likely to be severe How scoliosis is treated Treatment for scoliosis depends on your age, how severe it is, and whether it’s thought it will worsen with time. In very young children, treatment is not always necessary because the curvature of the spine may improve naturally as they get older. If treatment is necessary, bracing or casting may be used to attempt to halt the curve’s progression. If the infant or younger child's curve continues to progress despite bracing or casting, an operation may be necessary. This will usually involve inserting metal rods into the back to stabilise the spine, which are lengthened at regular intervals as your child grows. In older children and adults, it is unlikely that scoliosis will improve with time, and in some it may progressively worsen. The main treatments for older children are: a back brace worn until they stop growing, to prevent the spine from curving further surgery to correct the curvature – where the spine is straightened using rods attached to the spine by screws, hooks and/or wires In adults, treatment primarily aims to relieve any pain. Non-surgical options, such as painkillers and exercises are often tried first, with correctional surgery seen as a last resort.