JMPT J Adv Nurs A study by Shang et al found that patients with severe AIS were more likely to have psychological problems that affected their quality of life than patients with medium or mild AIS.
Analysis of psychological characteristics in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Chinese Journal of Spine and Spinal Cord. Payne et al surveyed patients with AIS males and females, aged 12—18 years.
Scoliosis patients had more frequent suicidal thoughts, more concern about abnormal body development, and a greater worry and concern about peer relations. Payne et al, Spine The incidence of low back pain is almost twice as high in people living with scoliosis as those without. Search for:. Scoliosis Statistics In this section, we present some interesting facts and statistics about scoliosis. Scoliosis in Children Scoliosis is the most common spinal deformity in school-age children. National Scoliosis Foundation Each year, , office visits, , hospital visits, and 17, emergency room visits are made by children with scoliosis.
Radiographic tests are required for an accurate and positive diagnosis. Scoliosis in children is classified by age: 1. Infantile 0 to 3 years ; 2. Juvenile 3 to 10 years ; and 3.
Adolescent age 11 and older, or from onset of puberty until skeletal maturity. Idiopathic scoliosis comprises the vast majority of cases presenting during adolescence.
In children with congenital scoliosis, there is a known increased incidence of other congenital abnormalities. These are most commonly associated with the spinal cord 20 percent , the genitourinary system 20 to 33 percent and the heart 10 to 15 percent. It is important that evaluation of the neurological, genitourinary and cardiovascular systems is undertaken when congenital scoliosis is diagnosed. Scoliosis that occurs or is diagnosed in adulthood is distinctive from childhood scoliosis, since the underlying causes and goals of treatment differ in patients who have already reached skeletal maturity.
Most adults with scoliosis can be divided into the following categories: 1. Adult scoliosis patients who were surgically treated as adolescents; 2. Adults who did not receive treatment when they were younger; and 3.
Adults with a type of scoliosis called degenerative scoliosis. In one year study, about 40 percent of adult scoliosis patients experienced a progression. Of those, 10 percent showed a very significant progression, while the other 30 percent experienced a very mild progression, usually of less than one degree per year. Degenerative scoliosis occurs most frequently in the lumbar spine lower back and more commonly affects people age 65 and older.
It is often accompanied by spinal stenosis, or narrowing of the spinal canal, which pinches the spinal nerves and makes it difficult for them to function normally. Back pain associated with degenerative scoliosis usually begins gradually and is linked with activity. The curvature of the spine in this form of scoliosis is often relatively minor, so surgery may only be advised when conservative methods fail to alleviate pain associated with the condition. When there is a confirmed diagnosis of scoliosis, there are several issues to assess that can help determine treatment options:.
In many children with scoliosis, the spinal curve is mild enough to not require treatment. However, if the doctor is worried that the curve may be increasing, he or she may wish to examine the child every four to six months throughout adolescence. In adults with scoliosis, X-rays are usually recommended once every five years, unless symptoms are getting progressively worse.
Braces are only effective in patients who have not reached skeletal maturity. If the child is still growing and his or her curve is between 25 degrees and 40 degrees, a brace may be recommended to prevent the curve from progressing. There have been improvements in brace design and the newer models fit under the arm, not around the neck. If studies were to widen their nets and include estimates of how many cases go undiagnosed in second- and third-world countries where poverty is prevalent and access to medical care is limited, that number could be staggering.
As 80 percent of scoliosis cases are defined as idiopathic and the largest subset of that group are adolescents, the best advice I can give parents and caregivers is to take a proactive role in the health of their loved ones and have them screened regularly for scoliosis.
The next big piece of advice I would give is if you or a loved one has received a diagnosis, act immediately. There is absolutely no harm in initiating treatment early, but there is a big risk factor associated with the traditional watch-and-wait approach. My book Scoliosis Hope is a great resource for those wanting to empower themselves with information regarding alternative forms of scoliosis treatment.
Every member of my team at the Scoliosis Reduction Center has personal experience with the condition, and we are proud to offer our patients access to multiple forms of alternative treatment through a combination of scoliosis-specific chiropractic care, therapy, exercise, rehabilitation, and corrective bracing.
How Common is Scoliosis? Scoliosis Estimates Scoliosis is more common than most people think. Adolescent Scoliosis Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, also known as AIS, is the most common form of scoliosis.
Early Diagnosis is Key I like to remind parents and caregivers that during adolescence, most young people become extra private and less likely to share concerns about their bodies. Symptoms to Watch for: Misalignment of hips, waist, shoulders Arms that seem to hang differently Head looking uncentered A tilting appearance when standing One leg seeming longer than the other One-shoulder blade protruding more than the other Early diagnosis only increases treatment options, whereas watching and waiting, especially through the puberty stage, can be harmful as curvatures continue to progress unimpeded.
A Traditional Treatment Scenario This is the issue I have with traditional treatment advice of watching and waiting. Genetic Factors and Scoliosis Many people wonder how common scoliosis can be within a family. Conclusion Accounting for 20 percent of the spinal-deformity cases in the United States alone, scoliosis is more prevalent than you might think.
More About Me Contact Us. Nalda to chiropractic care. After experiencing life changing results, he set his sights on helping others who face debilitating illness through providing more natural approaches. After receiving an undergraduate degree in psychology and his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University, Dr. Scoliosis is a progressive disease causing curvature of the spine. It can affect people of all ages; not only children and adolescents, but also adults.
The most common type idiopathic is caused by unknown factors and commonly strikes children between the ages 10 to 12 and in their early teens. The average age of curve acceleration is Common signs of scoliosis include uneven shoulders or hips, but even that may go unnoticed until a routine exam or physical. Parents can protect the condition from progressing by ensuring their children are receiving regular checkups.
Diagnosed and managed early, scoliosis can be treated with much success. Diagnosing scoliosis before your child has a growth spurt can prevent a bigger curve from forming during times of growth by beginning treatment right at the first sign of curvature.
Scoliosis affects the spine at varying degrees. People with slighter curves benefit from regular visits to their doctor for check-ups and natural treatments. Others can be treated with a natural treatment protocol.
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