scoliosis?

Question

are you born with scoliosis, or do you get it over time? also, do people with scoliosis have bad knees? because i have scoliosis and my knees hurt and i know someoe with scoliosis and their knee hurts too.

Answer 1

I think most scoliosis develops over time, but there are some who are born with it. It's usually caused when one side of the body grows at a different rate than the other side, causing the spinal column to twist or lean towards the slower-growing side (similar to plants that grow toward the sun). It does seem to occur more frequently in women and there is some genetic component in that it tends to run in families, but there is no guarantee that just because you have it, your children will inherit it, or whatever.

It stands to reason that scoliosis would cause some knee strain because the curve in the spine causes the weight and/or the wear to be distributed unevenly between the left and right legs. I don't think you can generalize, though, as it is not a "one-size-fits all" disorder. For instance, in some people (like my aunt), it caused one leg to be shorter than the other because the spinal curvature twists the hips, too. She has a C-curve, though. I, personally, have an S-curve and until a recent trampoline accident, never had any knee problems in my life. I don't think my scoliosis had anything to do with my knee injury, though.

That's just my personal experience - hope this helps!

Answer 2

In my case, my scoliosis developed over time because my back muscles were too weak to keep the spine straight. My knees have been hurting, but I don't think it's related to the scoliosis, but I suppose it could be.

Answer 3

A 7-eleven% curve is not going to be the motive of your again discomfort. I had a seventy two measure curve (18 after surgical procedure) and no discomfort in any respect. I additionally did rough middle yoga. Most individuals have a a million-10 measure curve so when you have been excused, part your elegance could be too. I could say your first-rate guess could be to speak to a chiropractor approximately it, and no longer your pediatrition. If the hindrance is dangerous adequate, they are going to provide you a referal. A health practitioner to your SPINE might write you a reputable excuse. If you're flat footed or when you have dangerous knees, it might motive the hindrance. I could spend money on a well pair of strolling sneakers and a few arch insoles, on account that that's much more likely the case.

Answer 4

I had it. Actually that and Kyphosis. They told me as a kid it was congential(sp?).. I had my back fused, 7 vetebrae. My knees don't hurt, I work out often, walk, run or jog 6 days a week. Not sure what they do these days..but when I was younger.. I met a lot of younger women and men(scoliosis is usually a problem with some young girls) that had their backs fused.. Also, I had the option to get a brace for several years. I opted for the surgery. Glad I did..

Answer 5

Scoliosis is a condition that involves complex lateral and rotational curvature and deformity of the spine. It is typically classified as congenital (caused by vertebral anomalies present at birth), idiopathic (sub-classified as infantile, juvenile, adolescent, or adult according to when onset occurred) or as having developed as a secondary symptom of another condition, such as cerebral palsy or spinal muscular atrophy.

Those with scoliosis often do not have pain as adolescents and young adults. Pain is common in adulthood if left untreated. The most common complaint from parents and patients is cosmetic deformity.

The symptoms of scoliosis can include:

Uneven musculature on one side of the spine
A rib "hump" and/or a prominent shoulder blade, caused by rotation of the ribcage in thoracic scoliosis
Uneven hip and shoulder levels
Asymmetric size or location of breast in females
Unequal distance between arms and body
Clothes that do not "hang right", ie. with uneven hemlines