Reduce Chronic Scoliosis Pain

There are upwards of 6 million American adults who deal with the pain resulting from idiopathic scoliosis every day of their lives. On good days it might just be a nagging muscle soreness, but on bad days it could be a driving pain that literally disables you and keeps you planted on the couch. Fortunately, there are some treatments available which can help to alleviate pain that scoliosis sufferers have to deal with. Research has shown that most chronic scoliosis pain is actually attributable to inflammation, as opposed to the severity of spinal curvature, and inflammation is a condition which is definitely treatable.

Treatment for scoliosis pain

Both adolescents and adults can be affected by scoliosis, although it is far more common in adolescents. Ironically, when it afflicts adults, it tends to be more painful, because adults are generally much less flexible than younger individuals are. Here are some of the possible treatments for scoliosis pain:

• Stretches and exercises – Stretches and exercises can be very helpful in alleviating scoliosis pain, because they tend to relieve pressure on neighboring nerves in the spinal column. This is another area where adolescents have an advantage in treatment because of their greater flexibility, but people of all ages can experience significant pain relief by regularly engaging in specific stretches and exercises recommended by your doctor.
• Spinal fusion – In some cases, people will undergo spinal fusion surgery after scoliosis has reached a relatively severe stage, and this can definitely help straighten out a crooked spine. However it doesn’t generally reduce the level of pain, and it certainly does not improve your flexibility.
• Chiropractic care – One of the best overall options for treating scoliosis pain is chiropractic care, which offers a non-invasive and still effective solution to reduce pain levels.

Chiropractic care for scoliosis

For the most effective treatment of scoliosis pain, chiropractic care will generally provide the best solution. It has been proven to restore functionality, decrease tightness of the spinal area, and dramatically lower the level of pain. Chiropractic adjustments use natural methods to improve spinal function, as opposed to inserting screws or rods which are intended to accomplish realignment.

Rather than using artificial means, chiropractic care seeks to promote self-healing by the body, and remove obstacles so that the body’s natural ability to heal itself can be encouraged. Strengthening muscles which support the spine and improve spinal functionality can reap huge benefits through specific scoliosis chiropractic care. When a patient receives expert chiropractic care, it can have even more benefits than straightening out the spine and reducing pain.

Anyone who has been obliged to make regular use of painkillers and medications will understand the value of being freed from having to constantly ingest those short-term pain relief options. Because chiropractic care focuses on treating the underlying condition rather than its symptoms, most patients not only feel significant pain relief, but don’t have to bother with any kind of medications or pain-killers after treatment.

Because chiropractic care is very effective at relieving pressure on nerves caused by spinal misalignments, it automatically reduces the level of pain for a patient, and helps them enjoy a more normal lifestyle.

If you are suffering from scoliosis pain call us at (801) 693-4088 or fill out our online appointment form for all-natural treatment from Creekside Family Chiropractic in Salt Lake City, Utah.