I've got a scoliosis. I go to the gym, the excersises help but not too much. Has anyone found ideal workout??

Question

Also has anyone got an experience in surgery?? Could you please share as I am considering that as an option. (I am 20).

Answer 1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scoliosis

This site offers you a lot of ideas. It talks about both non-surgical and surgical options.

My cousin had surgery for scoliosis when she was 17. That was 35 years ago. She has done fine her whole life, including giving birth to two kids naturally. Since she's coming towards middle age she says she has to watch that she doesn't overdo physically, but so do I, and I have never had a major operation like this.

Get a couple of physician's opinions before you decide anything. And completely research the alternatives.

Answer 2

Before you start an exercise program, it's important to know what exercises that will benefit you and which may aggravate your condition. Any movement in your joints will benefit you long term, and help prevent osteo arthritis from occuring prematurely. But there are certain muscles that you need to stretch, and others you need to tone. The concave side of your scoliosis has stronger muscles than the convex side. So this side needs to be stretched out. The opposite side needs to be strengthened. Lateral flexion (exercises that have you bend to the side) would be good to get your joints moving and might help with the joint pain. Put a wieght in your hand that is on the concave side, and laterally bend to the opposite side. Getting a body ball might also help do some light weight streches.

Surgery may be an option depending on how severe your scoliosis is. If you are curved enough that it is causing you trouble breathing or your heart beating properly, then they may insert Harrington rods, which are dual rods that hold your spine in a straight position and do not allow movement. Since you are 20 you are probably done growing. Your curve will not increase unless it is due to something such as a tumor. So you don't have to worry about being in worse condition in a few years, and that may mean you are not a candidate for surgery. Typically surgery is done to prevent scoliosis from becoming dangerous.

You should also look into seeing a chiropractor or physical therapist. They may provide you with some relief of back pain as well as other exercises that may keep you comfortable.

Answer 3

read tips on exercise programs and yoga routines that might help you more on this site

Answer 4

try useing the ab lounge my brother uses it and its great