In our time, in the age of advanced technology and a sedentary lifestyle, scoliosis is such a common disease that almost every second teenager has this diagnosis in his medical record. The word "scoliosis" in translation from Greek sounds like "curved", "curve". In fact, it is a descriptive term for various types of curvature of the spine. About how this disease happens, as well as the methods of its treatment will be discussed in our article.
General information about the disease
Scoliosis is very insidious, it can strike at any of the systems of the human body. The development of this disease is caused by many factors, for example, a lack of calcium in the body, poor posture when sitting, being overweight, or poor physical fitness. Having manifested itself in childhood, scoliosis can progress to the most severe forms that torment a person for a very long time.
The diagnosis of "scoliosis" has 4 degrees. Often there is scoliosis of the cervical region, which is one of the main causes of stoop, causing chest deformity and noticeable body defects. The spine can not only bend, but also begin to turn around its own axis. Also widespread is the form of the disease, when the spine curves in one direction (right or left) - this is already right-sided or left-sided scoliosis.
How to eliminate the disease: basic information
There is a lot of information about how to treat scoliosis of the spine, but in any case, it is imperative to visit specialists and not self-medicate before the diagnosis is confirmed.
The main methods of treating scoliosis used by doctors in medical institutions are various types of massage that stretch the spine, reflex-therapy procedures and types of exercise therapy (physiotherapy exercises, which includes therapeutic exercises). All this applies if the disease is not running and does not require surgical intervention. It is therapeutic gymnastics that is recognized as a highly effective method of therapy. Many doctors, when answering the question of how to treat scoliosis without much cost, prescribe it.
Alternative treatments
No less good effect is given by other methods of treating this disease, for example:
- exercises for the spine with scoliosis (isolation and special);
- swimming;
- different types of breathing exercises;
- manual therapy;
- treatment with corsets.
In addition to these techniques, physiotherapy is no less effective, wellproven themselves abroad. How is scoliosis treated in other countries? Actually, the same as in Russia, however, with the use of advanced technologies. These include, for example, electrical stimulation of the back muscles. However, for the elderly, this method is not the best solution, since stimulation of the back muscles can cause arrhythmia. And for all other age categories (those who normally tolerate electrical stimulation), the recommended course consists of 10-12 sessions. It is held 1-2 times a year.
About first degree scoliosis
Treatment of scoliosis of the 1st degree usually does not take much time and effort, unless, of course, you start the course of the disease at the very beginning. The main factor determining the method of therapy is finding out the causes of the disease. In addition, the age and physical condition of the patient should be taken into account, and only then a course of various procedures should be drawn up.
How is first degree scoliosis treated? Since the essence of therapy is aimed at strengthening the muscular corset (it supports the spinal column), physiotherapy, gymnastics, and swimming are most suitable. However, we should not forget that not all sports will be useful and will have a healing effect. It is strictly forbidden to play tennis, badminton, etc., in order to avoid uneven loads on the spine. Favorably act and serve as an addition to the treatment of massage. This is easily explained by the fact that during the sessions, relaxed muscles will be stimulated, and tense ones, on the contrary, will relax. Also during the massageimproves metabolism, especially in the area of curvature, due to the rush of blood to the stimulated muscles, which causes them to maintain tone.
What is second degree scoliosis?
Scoliosis of the second degree is the result of the progression of the disease. The disease has obvious and obvious external signs of deformation of the spine or chest, which can be easily seen with the naked eye. The reason for the progression of scoliosis and its flow into the second degree in most cases is considered to be overweight. Treatment of scoliosis of the 2nd degree proceeds far from being as quick and easy as at the initial stage. The most effective methods of therapy for grade 2 scoliosis are breathing exercises (many people prefer classes according to the Katarina Schroth method) and wearing special corrective corsets.
Other treatments for grade 2 scoliosis
In addition to the two methods described above, there are a number of other methods of treatment. Among them are the following:
- using calcium supplements;
- wearing special orthopedic insoles;
- electrostimulation;
- swimming;
- massage.
Usually a combination of techniques is prescribed by a doctor, based on the condition of the patient's spine at the moment.
Examples of exercises
It is possible to carry out prevention and even partially correct a non-severe form of scoliosis at home. Here is a simple set of exercises:
- Start with a warm-up - straighten your back, forconvenience, this can be done at the wall or wall bars. Perform several shoulder movements (circular), as well as swinging your arms to the sides and tilting your torso.
- The first exercise will be the famous "bicycle" - lie on your back and make characteristic circular movements with your legs. Try to keep the limbs as close to the floor as possible in the descending phase.
- After there are "scissors": lift your legs up and cross-over, both in the vertical (high) and horizontal (close to the floor) plane.
- Third exercise - lying on your back, press your legs together. Lift them up and spread them apart. Hold this position for a few seconds and then repeat.
- Lie on your back and try to stretch your body as much as possible. We aim down with our feet and up with our head.
This simple exercise should be done every day if possible, doing 1-2 sets of each exercise.
About breathing exercises and its impact on the treatment of scoliosis
Anyone who has ever been interested in information about how scoliosis is treated will definitely find articles about the benefits of breathing exercises. In addition to the treatment of bronchial asthma and respiratory diseases, various types of exercises are effective in the treatment of scoliosis, especially if the patient has scoliosis of the chest. With the help of daily simple exercises, you can achieve the elimination of visible defects and recovery.
Gymnastics"Schroth" was named after Katharina Schroth, a famous physiotherapist. She, in the course of testing the technique on herself, was able to get rid of the ailment that she had suffered for many years. At the heart of this unconventional method of treating scoliosis is the comparison of the human spine with a ball, in which the bends on the ball appear as dents in the spine. According to the logic and laws of physics, in order to give the ball a rounded shape, air flow should be directed to the places of deformation. The same with the spine. This method is widely used in European medical institutions, it is famous for its effectiveness.
Gymnastics is carried out only under the supervision of a specialist instructor, who shows which places on the body need to be used when inhaled (it is called asymmetric). In addition to gymnastics, Mrs. Schroth developed a method of corrective breathing aimed at developing the opposite, sinking side of the chest. It is customary to use it in combination with her other exercises.
Conclusions and conclusions
There are a number of myths about the causes of scoliosis. The following statements apply specifically to them. So, you need to know:
- scoliosis does not form from a soft mattress;
- with a sedentary lifestyle and long-term use of junk food, scoliosis does not occur;
- carrying a heavy briefcase to school or carrying heavy bags has no effect on spinal curvature.
In our article, we talked about how scoliosis is treated. Please note that self-treatment of this ailment can only aggravate the situation!Therefore, if you suspect that your spine needs to be corrected, see a doctor. The vast majority of cases are still referred to as scoliosis of the first degree, which is quite easy to treat and does not require much time to correct.
