I am having a very stiff back, pain and LOTS of crackings, could it be because of my scoliosis?

Question

I was diagnosed with scoliosis three years ago, but I had no pain or anything at that time....now I've been having lots of popping sounds in my back whenever I turn left or right or do anything and some pain and stuff...could it be because of scoliosis?

Answer 1

Hi Biscut

Here are some ideas to heal the issue and start drinking more water (I drink a gallon a day). This will help with the cracking and pain. Learn about hydrotherapy (using hot and cold water pressure to stimulate new blood into the weak areas of the body).

Natural Cures

Acupuncture: Acupuncture can help correct scoliosis that is caused by muscle contractions due to its ability to release your body`s stagnant vital energy or qi. As your vital energy begins to freely flow once more, your muscles will automatically start to relax and return to their normal shape. This, in turn, can significantly improve scoliosis.

To further stimulate vital energy and correct scoliosis, electrical current may sometimes be passed through the acupuncture needles. This helps to deepen the effects of the acupuncture treatment, resulting in deeper healing and longer-lasting results.

Aromatherapy: Massaging tense muscles that are contributing to your scoliosis with essential oils can help release muscle tension and contraction. Ideal essential oils for this purpose include clary sage, lavender, marjoram, and rosemary.

Bodywork: The field of bodywork offers a number of techniques for treating and preventing scoliosis, such as Rolfing and Hellerwork, both which involve manipulation of the muscles, connective tissue, and joints in order to allow the body, muscles, and connective tissue to properly realign themselves. Other types of bodywork that can effectively treat scoliosis include Bowen Therapy, Massage Therapy, Reflexology, and Shiatsu. Movement awareness therapies such as the Alexander technique, the Feldenkrais Method, and Trager Work, are also effective for realigning and correcting posture and spinal curvature.

Chiropractic: Chiropractic can be very effective in helping to resolve scoliosis because of its ability to correct spinal misalignments. All forms of chiropractic care work by adjusting the spine to release subluxations. In doing so, chiropractic also alleviates nerve pressure and restores normal muscle function, all of which can significantly reduce scoliosis symptoms.

Two specific chiropractic methods are particularly useful for scoliosis. The first is known as the Pettibon technique, since it was developed by the chiropractor Burl Pettibon. This method works by correcting specific distortions in the spine and surrounding muscles that most commonly cause or contribute to scoliosis.

A second method, known as chiropractic biophysics, or CBP, entails in-depth analysis of spinal distortions and poor posture. In addition to chiropractic adjustments specifically tailored to address these issues, chiropractors trained in CBP also instruct their patients in self-care exercises that they can use to further correct their scoliosis symptoms.

Lifestyle: In dealing with scoliosis, it is essential that you improve your posture and learn how to properly move your body. A regular exercise program, especially stretching, can also help improve your symptoms.

Nutritional Supplements: Calcium and magnesium supplements can help your back muscles to relax, thereby helping to release chronic muscle contraction that is associated with scoliosis.

Osteopathy: Because of their ability to combine conventional and alternative medicine techniques, osteopathic physicians (D.O.s) are in a unique position to treat scoliosis. Osteopathic techniques range from gentle joint work to specific thrust approaches similar to chiropractic adjustments.

In addition to being able to manipulate the spine and other joints of the body to relieve tight muscles and restore spinal alignment, most D.O.s are also licensed to give injections in order to relieve painful inflammation in the joints that can also cause scoliosis. In addition, they may use electrical stimulation and various forms of mechanical therapy in order to trigger muscle relaxation, including gentle "muscle energy" techniques, and functional and positional release techniques, all of which are unique to osteopathic medicine.

Physical Manipulation Techniques: Physical manipulation techniques help to move the muscles, connective tissues, and vertebrae of the back into proper alignment, and can also correct problems relating to stress and physical pain. Physical therapists will also usually work to stretch and relax muscles by teaching their patients effective stretching exercises, and by training them to develop healthier habits related to posture.

Best of health to you

Answer 2

Yes, this is because of your scoliosis. I have horrible scoliosis, a 90 degree curve in the middle of my spine, and I don't know what the other two curves are. Anyways, my point is that I get a lot of cracking and popping. That cracking and popping is everything breaking loose and moving around, which is a good thing. You don't want to be in pain, feel stiff, or any of that. I do yoga every day and I get a lot of cracking and popping in my back when I move around. It's nothing to worry about. It's normal, but if you don't keep cracking and popping your back and moving it around, you can get stiff and your spine will not move at all, like mine is doing, which can be very serious.