I have scoliosis. I don’t know how severe because I have no insurance and can’t go to the doctor. I was diagnosed with mild scoliosis as a preteen. I know that most of the time I am in pain. I have trouble breathing sometimes and one shoulder blade sticks out/ the ribs on this side and my back are rounded. If I jump on a trampoline or run it kind of hurts. I get really self-conscious about it and whenever I talk to ANYONE about it, I cry. I’m crying right now…
Does anyone know of anything that’s low cost or free? I don’t have much money to spend. I feel really alone and have no clue why I cry every time I talk about it. I’m already different from everyone else…
2007-02-18 14:58:36 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Talk to your local Health Department about finding a free clinic. There are lots of places that do those kinds of things. In Tennessee, for example, there is St. Jude. They don't turn down anybody, even if they know you can't pay them and have no insurance. Talk to the Health Dept, they'll help you find something.
2007-02-18 15:09:26 · answer #1 · answered by lovely 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry. Is there a county hospital near you? Are you in the US?
You should be able to find help somewhere.. If there is a teaching university somewhere near you, call them, and see what they recommend. Have you ever had xrays done? I know I'm asking alot, but just trying to give you thoughts on where to go. I have scoliosis, and when I was a kid I went to a free clinic for 4 years, they periodically xray'd me, and taught me excercises to keep my back strong. Depending on how old you are, that may help you too. But, first I think you need an adequate 'work up.' Try county places, cause they often have clinics you can go to for free or almost free.
2007-02-18 15:05:14 · answer #2 · answered by nickname 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As others have said, this is not something to ignore because it only gets worse. On the good side, it can often be corrected inexpensively by a combination of stretching, specific exercises, and spinal manipulation by a chiropractor or osteopathic doctor. You may only need one doctor visit to get you started on the proper exercises.
2007-02-18 15:36:31 · answer #3 · answered by formerly_bob 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah I have scoliosis too and it sux... you should really try to get help with it though before it gets any worse...surgery isn't really necessary unless it's really severe..I go to a chiropractor every 2 weeks for treatment...you should talk to someone about it...and don't worry it isn't that noticable to other people unless they know you have it. Try doing yoga or pilates for now..it should help a little bit to straighten it...but yeah you should really see someone about it..it won't go away on it's own and it will get worse after a while.
2007-02-18 15:10:13 · answer #4 · answered by LaLaLaa♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are under 18, shrine children's hospital (all over the country) offers free treatment whether it be bracing or surgery. If you are most concerned with cosmesis (appearance) I think only nonsurgical correction device with studies to back up is Spinecor. Check out http://www.myscoliosis.net
2007-02-19 20:42:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to have that taken care of! You are going to be hunched over like those old ladies! That is a required surgery. Just go to the doctor. You can work out payment plans with them. And at a hospital, when you have a surgery you can work out payment plans with them too.
2007-02-18 15:04:28 · answer #6 · answered by untuhchabul 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋