The earlier it is detected, the more effectively it can be treated.
Shoulders at an uneven height and crooked hip are usually indicators of scoliosis , an abnormal curvature of the spine that usually originates at puberty.
Most scoliosis are formed without recognizable causes. The sooner they are detected, the more effectively they can be treated. Therefore, it is important that parents are attentive to the physical development of their children at puberty. There is a very easy way to detect scoliosis in children: ask them, with their naked torso, to lean forward, and observe with arrest if the spine has lateral curvatures.
Most children do not realize what is happening with their spine, so it is quite easy that scoliosis is not detected. Sometimes, it is discovered in the simplest way, as if watching the child in the pool about to jump into the water. At that time, if you look at your spine, it is likely that you suddenly detect that your shoulders are at an uneven height.
In these cases, the first thing is to consult with a doctor. Radiography is recommended only when there are well-founded suspicions that it is scoliosis . The x-ray usually covers the entire spine, including the pelvis. The curvature of scoliosis is measured by the Cobb angle. The measurement of this angle provides an indicative value for the treatment.
In case of severe scoliosis , an operation is evaluated, which aims to reinforce the twisted column section. The choice of treatment will also depend on where the scoliosis is located and if the curvature advances. In general, specialists consider that with the right treatment, their progress can be stopped. However, no doctor promises a cure.
Sports and treatments can help relieve the pain caused by scoliosis . The way to face it is to be disciplined. Physiotherapy, for example, helps strengthen the muscles surrounding the spine. With a good “corset” of muscles, it is easier to keep your torso upright.
However, these types of therapies only work if you work every day in a disciplined way. Therefore, those affected by this condition should avoid sports that overload the spine, such as hockey, which generally forces to move forward with the body tilted forward. Climbing or riding roller skates are better.
With age, pains in the muscles and joints of the spine usually increase. If one spends the day sitting in the office, it is even more important to move the muscles during and after work. If not, even lung disabilities and respiratory problems may appear. Therefore, adequate resistance training is recommended for those affected.