Addressing Scoliosis And Other Spine Conditions In Children And Teens

To encourage your child’s quality lifestyle, you should always manage their problems and address the condition.

Scoliosis is a condition of the spine that mainly affects preteens and teens. It occurs when the spine bends laterally or sideways to form a C or S-shaped curvature (middle part ) and lumbosacral (lower part) spine. The second most common cause is malformed bones of the spine since birth(congenital). Scoliosis usually does not cause pain and is usually first noticed by parents because of asymmetrical shoulders/pelvis or chest.

If a child has scoliosis, one can look out for the following symptoms: –

1. One shoulder or hip might look higher than the other.
2. The child’s head is not in the centre of their body.
3. One side of the waist may be flat.
4. The child’s back or ribs are uneven.

In India

2-3% of the population, primarily children and teens, suffer from scoliosis. To determine whether your child needs to be taken to the doctor, see if your child has a curved spine, if anything looks uneven, if the clothes don’t fit properly on the curves, and if your child is facing constant back pain. Suppose they are diagnosed with scoliosis. In that case, there are three main approaches to treating it: Observation, using braces to support the back, or surgery, depending upon the severity of the condition.

Apart From Scoliosis

Another spine condition that may affect children or teens is kyphosis. Kyphosis is an exaggerated forward bend of the spine that leads to a hunched appearance. In some cases, scoliosis and kyphosis may coexist, leading to kyphoscoliosis.

A person can face such spinal issues due to various factors like:

1. Family history of scoliosis or any other spine condition
2. Born with defects in the spine
3. Neuromuscular conditions
4. Metabolic conditions affecting the bone
5. Neurological or genetic syndromes

Various Diagnostic Tests Are Used To Detect Spine Problems

If a child shows symptoms related to a spine condition, many tests are conducted to diagnose the nature and severity of the problem, which helps in taking the desired action. Testing can include X-rays, Blood tests, ultrasound, bone scans, pulmonary function tests, computerized tomography tests (CT scans), or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Conclusion

It is advised to visit a spine specialist if your child suffers from any of the deformities mentioned above. It would be best if you never unsaw it because it might develop into a severe deformity, leading to disability and morbidity later in life. To promote the quality lifestyle of your child, you should always address their concern and make sure that the condition is not ignored.

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