Living With Scoliosis

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Living With Scoliosis

• Millions of people around the world suffer from
  scoliosis, a curvature of the spine.
• The challenges of living with scoliosis can be
  both physical and emotional.
• Nevertheless, given the right tools and mental
  focus, people with scoliosis can still live
  satisfying lives.
• This article examines the lives of scoliosis
  sufferers, highlighting the obstacles they
  encounter and methods used to manage lifes
  complexities.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Understanding Scoliosis
• Scoliosis is a medical condition that describes
  an abnormal curve of the spinal cord in an S or
  C shape.
• However, although some cases are congenital,
  scoliosis can also appear during growth spurts in
  adolescence.
• The curvature also ranges from mild to severe,
  and so do the symptoms and disability.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Physical Challenges
• There are many difficulties in living with
  scoliosis
• Physical aspects are one of the major challenges
  associated with scoliosis life.
• According to the level of this injury, people may
  suffer from backache, immobility, and muscle
  imbalance.
• Activities performed by people daily such as long
  sitting or aggressive physical exercises may be
  harder for patients with scoliosis.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Adaptive Strategies
• Scoliotic people have coping strategies, which
  are adaptive.
• This may involve particular exercises to enhance
  core muscle strength and posture.
• Physical therapy can play an important role in
  addressing pain and improving flexibility.
• Other adaptive tools may offer relief and comfort
  like ergonomic chairs or lumbar supports.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Emotional Impact
• The condition of living with a curve that is
  visibly seen can also have an emotional burden
  the individual may develop low self-esteem and
  poor body image.
• However, teenagers, in particular, tend to have
  increased self-consciousness during a time when
  fitting in is an important issue.
• The emotional aspects of scoliosis should be
  handled through open communication with
  healthcare providers, friends, and family and
  also support groups.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Support Systems
• Living with scoliosis in old age needs a good
  support system.
• The role of friends and family in providing
  emotional support, understanding, and motivation
  is crucial.
• Whether in-person or online, support groups
  enable people to interact with others who have
  gone through similar experiences and thus
  establish a sense of community and eliminate
  isolation.
• In addition, mental health practitioners may
  provide advice and coping skills to manage the
  emotional impact of scoliosis.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Treatment Options
• The treatment modalities for scoliosis are
  dependent on the degree of curvature and
  individual needs.
• For moderate scoliosis in adolescents, bracing
  may be advised to prevent further deterioration.
• In severe situations, surgery may be necessary to
  rectify the curved back.
• Routine visits to healthcare providers, including
  orthopedicspecialists, allow tracking of the
  condition and the alteration of treatment schemes
  if needed.
• Scoliosis correction surgery is another treatment
  procedure.

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Living With Scoliosis

• Scoliosis does have both physical and emotional
  challenges, but with the proper support systems
  in place, one can still live a good life despite
  the condition.
• The functions of adaptive strategies, emotional
  support systems, and a proactive approach to
  healthcare lead to a holistic strategy of
  scoliosis management.
• With the creation of an environment that promotes
  awareness and understanding, we can shape a
  society that is inclusive and empathetic towards
  people who have scoliosis.
• Mr Mehta is one of the best spine surgeons
  providing patients with the best of treatments.
• Visit the official Mehtaspine website now to
  avail immediate assistance.

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Contact us

• Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
• BMI The Priory Hospital
• Spire Parkway Hospital
• Bromsgrove Private Clinic
• Birmingham Childrens Hospital

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Contact and Connect

• Clinical secretary Samantha Leavy 44 785 021
  1939
• Medico-legal secretary Jan Clarke 44 121
  4508928
• Spire Parkway Hospital 0121 704 5500
• BMI NEC (National Enquiry Centre) 0808 101 0337
• BMI Priory 0121 446 1638
• Email secretary_at_mehtaspine.co.uk
• The appointments are booked through the clinic