Advice for a crooked girl?

Question

so i have scoliosis. my curvature is significant enough to cause pain but not so severe to require surgery.

when i remember, i take glucosamine/chondroitin supplements...and i think i feel better.

but anyway, do you know anything else i can do/try (non-prescriptive/illicit) to help feel "not so achy-breaky" ?

thanks! i do already see a chiropractor, and my doctor has seen the chiro's xrays--she's not too concerned with progression. i am not so inconvenienced that i need pain medications.

i'd just like to try some things that other people find does well for them =)

Answer 1

Some adult milk formula can help you to keep bones stronger.

Answer 2

I'm not sure if you've given us enough information to help, but I'll throw out a lot of stuff. Since I don't know what the location or cause of your pain is, some of these things may not be appropriate.

Heating pad, stretching, sleep with a blanket rolled up in a cylinder under your knees (if you have disc problems instead of upper back problems), swimming, leg and back strengthing exercises, yoga, pillates, and message are some things to consider. Seeing a chiropractor might give some relief depending on the cause of the pain, just as long as you know you're not treating the scoliosis.

Just me, but I would never consider accupuncture.

Answer 3

They have a pillow designed especially for the back that can help relieve alot of pain.
Scoliosis though is not able to reduce pain or curve with exercise. Really there is nothing that can be done to stop pain its like you can't control your own body. The reason it is so painful is because it does not only affect the spine but other parts of the body and that could cause you pain from the damage the scoliosis is doing to that part.
Chiropractics sometimes help but not always and a brace is only issued if the degree is to a certain extent.
If you want to ask a good expert friend on mine about it he is really good with the disease and is one of the best to ask questions to because he has been in the field for 36 years with dedication and experience in the field. You can go on www.scoliosis.com the scoliosis site with the stars program and Art/Brad Copes-non surgical treatment.
Ask him anything and if he asks who you found him by just say the girl who is dedicating her life to scoliosis and he'll know who your talking about.
I told him I was going to help spread the words of scoliosis and its truths so heres proof.

Answer 4

Aspirin

Aspirin compounds are over-the-counter medications that can help relieve minor pain and back ache. The main potential side effect with aspirin is the development of stomach problems- particularly ulcers with or without bleeding.

NSAIDs

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) include over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen and naproxen. These medications were once only available by prescription. NSAIDs are very effective in relieving the pain associated with muscle strain and inflammation. Be aware that NSAIDs can decrease renal function if you are an older patient. Excessive use can lead to kidney problems.

Answer 5

My sis had the same condition but she had two curves, one 60 degrees and the other 20 degrees, she was in a body cast for a year before they finally did the surgery, the only thing that seemed to help her were some relaxation techniques her physical therapist gave her

Answer 6

You can manage this condition much better with Chiropractics. We all have a little eccentricity over time, but if you are hurting, you need to the right adjustments and the right back exercises to make your back muscles hold your back in position without hurting the nerves or the disks. Regular MD's cannot do much for soft-tissue issues not demanding immediate surgery. Look for someone who adjusts women and who uses heat or other methods to prepare your body for the adjustment - the heat beforehand works the best for me and helps the adjustment hold the best when I am way out-of-whack.

Answer 7

MSM/VIT C yoga is good Omega3 good ,set youself up a good low impct program stretch stretch slow low impact
positive state of mind PMA let your mind work with the because if you beleave it can't it won't prayer and medition

Answer 8

Pilates

Answer 9

You need to see a Dr. who specializes in back problems. You may need to wear a brace. Taking supplements is not enough.

Answer 10

Omega3 / Fish oil
Asperin