have you got scoliosis and how are you dealing with it?

Answer 1

I have a twenty degree curve in my spine and a from called lordosis which basically means that the curve of my spine is reverse to what it should be. It causes discomfort but not any real pain so I just live with it. Occasional trips to a respected chiropractor help with the discomfort, but I've been told that the only significant treatment for me would be surgery.

Answer 2

I was diagnosed with Scoliosis when I was about 13 or 14 I cant remember exactly how old I was but now I am 19, I had a lower spinal fusion back in July 2003 at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital Stanmore. The operation was successful however it caused a twist at the top of my spine which meant in July 2005 I had to have a full spinal surgery. I wore a back brace for 3 month after both operations. As to this day I still suffer from back ache... and I am co-codamol pain killers to deal with the pain. The only problem with a full spinal fusion is that you have move-ability problems in the lower of the spine bending forward, and I got recommended by the consultant I can not do manual labour (e.g. stacking shelves) But that doesn’t bother me as I work for a web design company, I still manage to have a active social life going to bars, pubs and clubs with friends however I am limited to the amount of stuff I am and not able to do as It has been a little over a year since my second operation. The surgery I had last year I believe was called a spinal Osteotomy with fusion I believe. I cannot remember what degree my curve was as it was several years ago when this all began! Hope I haven’t scared you... The surgery helped me however from the occasional back ache and not being able to lift heavy items! My life is alright. Feel free to contact me via my blog www.liamdaly.co.uk or email liam.daly{at}gmail.com if you want to ask any other questions... btw forgot to mention I was in hospital for about 14 days each time and it took me about 4 months to recover pretty well and 6 to 8 to get back to a normal routine, as it is quite difficult.

Answer 3

I have scoliosis. But I had back surgery about 3 years ago when I was 15. They had to place 2 rods in my back, my curve got to be 52 degrees. I looked like i was going to snap. SInce my surgery my curve hasnt gotten down to a 32 or somewhere around there. I still feel self conscience about my back, b/c it is noticable if you look at my back. But it is not nearly as noticable as it was. I am really grateful that i did the operation. My back does cause me minor pain every so often, but i never have to take pain maedication. I can only think of 2 or 3 times after my recovery that i had too take medicine for the pain. If you have a questions feel free to email me. [e-mail]

Answer 4

No, I do not suffer from it, but as you know what it is, you must also know the medical history, are you left or right handed? which ever side is predominant might be the cause or may add the the issue, the cure, start doing more (carrying bags and heavy items etc) on the opposite side, the body will correct itself, depending on how long you have had it, check with your surgeon if you are not sure.