How to treat scoliosis: ways, exercises

Nowadays, in the age of advanced technology and a sedentary lifestyle, scoliosis is so common that almost every second teenager has this diagnosis in a medical record. The very word "scoliosis" in Greek means "curved", "curve." But in practice it is a descriptive term for various types of curvature of the spine. About how this disease, as well as the methods of its treatment, will be discussed in our article.

General information about the disease

Scoliosis is very cunning, it can strike at any of the systems of the human body. The development of this disease is caused by a number of factors, for example, lack of calcium in the body, incorrect posture when sitting, overweight or poor physical fitness. Having appeared in childhood, scoliosis can progress to the most severe forms, tormenting 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, causes deformation of the chest and noticeable body defects. The spine can not only curl, but also begin to unfold around its own axis. Also, the form of the disease is widespread, when the spine is bent in one direction (right or left) - this is right-sided or left-sided scoliosis.

How to eliminate the disease: basic information

Information on how to treat a scoliosis of the spine is many, but in any case it is necessary to always come to a reception to specialists and not engage in self-treatment before the diagnosis is confirmed.

The main methods of scoliosis treatment, which doctors use in medical institutions, are various types of massage, stretching the spine, reflexology-therapeutic procedures and varieties of exercise therapy (curative physical exercises, including therapeutic gymnastics). This all applies if the disease is not started and does not require surgical intervention. It is therapeutic gymnastics recognized as a highly effective method of therapy. Many doctors, when answering the question of how to treat scoliosis without too much expense, are assigned it.

Alternative therapies

No less good effect is provided by other methods of treatment of this disease, for example:

• Exercises for the spine with scoliosis (isolating and special);
• swimming;
• Different types of breathing exercises;
• Manual therapy ;
• Treatment with corsets.

In addition to these methods, no less effective are physiotherapy procedures that have proved themselves well abroad. How is scoliosis treated in other countries? Actually, the same as in Russia, though, with the use of advanced technologies. To them, for example, can be attributed electrostimulation of the muscles of the back. However, for older people this method is not the best way, since stimulation of the back muscles can cause arrhythmia. And for all other age categories (those who normally tolerate electrostimulation) the recommended course consists of 10-12 sessions. It is held 1-2 times a year.

About scoliosis of the first degree

Treatment of a scoliosis of 1 degree usually does not take much time and effort, unless, of course, to start the course of the disease at the very beginning. The main factor determining the method of therapy is to find out the causes of the disease. In addition, the age and physical condition of the patient should be taken into account, and only then should the course of the various procedures be prepared.

How is 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 curative effect. It is strictly forbidden to play tennis, badminton, etc., to avoid uneven loads on the spine. Favorably act and serve as an adjunct to massage treatment. This is easily explained by the fact that during the sessions, relaxed muscles will be stimulated, and tense muscles, on the contrary, relax. Also during the massage, the metabolism improves, especially in the area of curvature, due to the influx of blood to the stimulated muscles, which causes them to maintain a tone.

What is scoliosis of the second degree?

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 thorax, which can easily be seen with the naked eye. The cause of the progression of scoliosis and its flow into the second degree in most cases consider the excess weight of the body. Treatment of scoliosis of the 2nd degree proceeds not so quickly and easily as at the initial stage. The most effective methods of therapy for grade 2 scoliosis are respiratory gymnastics (many prefer training using the method of Katharina Schroth) and wearing special corrective corsets.

Other methods of treatment of scoliosis of the second degree

In addition to the two methods described above, there are a number of other treatments. Among them are the following:

• Use of drugs containing calcium;
• Wearing special orthopedic insoles;
• Electrostimulation;
• swimming;
• massage.

Usually a combination of techniques is prescribed by the doctor, based on the patient's spine condition at the moment.

Examples of exercises

Prophylaxis and even partial adjustment of the non-severe form of scoliosis can be done at home. Here is a simple set of exercises:

• Start with a warm-up - straighten your back, for convenience it can be done against a wall or a Swedish wall. Perform several movements of the shoulders (circular), as well as swinging the arms to the sides and tilting the trunk.
• The first exercise will be the famous "bike" - lie on your back and perform typical circular movements with your feet. Try to keep the limbs as close to the floor as possible in the descending phase.
• After that, there are scissors: lift your legs up and cross-move, both in a vertical (high) and horizontal (close to the floor) plane.
• The third exercise - lying on your back, press your legs against each other. Lift them up and spread them apart. Hold this position for a few seconds, and then repeat.
• Lay down on your back and try to maximally pull the body "in a string." We try to go down with our feet, and head upwards.

This simple charging should be performed as often as possible every day, making 1-2 sets in each exercise.

About respiratory gymnastics and its influence on the treatment of scoliosis

Anyone who has ever been interested in information about how to treat scoliosis, always found articles about the benefits of respiratory gymnastics. In addition to treating 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 daily exercise of simple exercises, you can eliminate visible defects and recover.

Gymnastics "Schroth" was named after Katharina Schroth, a famous physiotherapist. During the approbation of the technique, she was able to get rid of the ailment that she suffered for many years. At the heart of this unconventional method of treating scoliosis is the comparison of the human spine with the ball, in which the bends on the ball are dented on the spine. According to the logic and laws of physics, to give the ball a round shape, it is necessary to direct the airflow to the deformation points. The same with the spine. This method is widely used in European medical institutions, it is famous for its effectiveness.

The gymnastics is carried out only under the supervision of the instructor-specialist, which shows what places on the body need to be used when inhaled (it is called asymmetric). In addition to gymnastics, Ms. Schrot 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 other of its exercises.

Conclusions and conclusions

There are a number of myths about the causes of scoliosis. The following statements apply to them. So, you need to know:

• From a soft mattress, scoliosis is not formed;
• With a sedentary lifestyle and long-term use of unhealthy food, scoliosis does not occur;
• The wearing of a heavy portfolio in school or wearing heavy bags does not affect the curvature of the spine.

In this article, we talked about how to treat scoliosis. Please note that self-medication of this disease can only aggravate the situation! Therefore, if you suspect that your spine needs correction, consult a doctor. The vast majority of cases are still attributed to scoliosis of the first degree, which is fairly easy to treat and does not require much time for correction.