my two year old son has an outward curve in the small of his back i have been to kaiser numerous times seen three different doctors and had it x-rayed thay all tell me it is nothing it is constantly bruised from his car seat or playing rough i have requested to see a back and spine specialist and they are refusing to refer me to one telling me its nothing it is normal and im just being paranoid hehas had this since the day he was born and it does not seem to bother him in a painfull way nor is it causing any physical problems can any one enlighten me on this
2007-01-12 05:50:48 · 4 answers · asked by mystic 3 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I think a mom's intuition counts for something, and never like to hear about "experts" telling a mother to ignore her instincts. I like the first answer's suggestion to try a Children's hospital.
When you say "small of back" do you mean where his waist is, or below his waist? If so, a significant outward curve at that point would be problematic as he gets older. If you mean an outward curve above the waistline, that would be normal.
If you want to encourage some back strength (which must be done very gently in a small child) and have a little fun, too, buy one of those exercise balls (get the smallest size.) Encourage your son to lay back over the ball, and then you can roll it from side to side SLIGHTLY (2-3 inches back and forth.) His feet should be off the floor. You'll have to hold him onto the ball, but you'll feel his muscles working a little as you move the ball. He might be a little nervous the first few times because humans don't like to move backwards onto something, but if you take it slow and don't push him, he'll probably look forward to his playtime on the ball. Enjoy!
2007-01-12 06:09:11 · answer #1 · answered by Yogini108 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if there are no physical problems or birth defects, then it's not too much of a problem. The moment you see a negative sign you should definatly go back to the doctor. If it's not broke don't fix it.
2007-01-12 05:55:49 · answer #2 · answered by Doug H 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would contact your local Children's Hospital. Not all regular doctors know how to diagnose and treat children. Call your insurance company and tell them what is going on and let them know that your doctor refuses to give you a referal.
2007-01-12 05:54:37 · answer #3 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Umm.... why are you asking us?
Three doctors all agree that it's nothing. Why are you still worried?
The next doc should probably be a psychiatrist.
2007-01-12 05:55:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋