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What does mild thoracic dextroscoliosis mean?
If you have mild thoracic dextroscoliosis, you have: A spinal curve measuring 10-20 degrees… …in the upper (thoracic) part of your spine… …that curves towards the right side of your body.
What causes mild thoracic dextroscoliosis?
Dextroscoliosis is the more common form of idiopathic scoliosis, where the spine curves to the right. It has no known cause. Congenital scoliosis that is diagnosed at an early age tends to be more severe, and the curve will most likely worsen as the child grows.
How is mild thoracic dextroscoliosis treated?
Dextroscoliosis can cause pain, discomfort, and reduced mobility. However, mild to moderate cases of scoliosis only require medical monitoring, and people may be able to reduce their symptoms by exercise or wearing a brace. In cases involving young children, scoliosis symptoms often resolve on their own over time.
Can mild thoracic dextroscoliosis be corrected?
Mild scoliosis is often managed simply with exercise, medical observation, scoliosis-specific physical therapy, and chiropractic treatment from a chiropractic scoliosis specialist. For some people with scoliosis, yoga or pilates is also recommended to decrease their pain level and increase flexibility.
How is mild scoliosis treated?
Scoliosis treatments vary, depending on the severity of the curve. Children who have very mild curves usually don’t need any treatment at all, although they may need regular checkups to see if the curve is worsening as they grow. Bracing or surgery may be needed if the spinal curve is moderate or severe.
Will mild scoliosis get worse?
Most cases of scoliosis are mild, but some curves worsen as children grow. Severe scoliosis can be disabling. An especially severe spinal curve can reduce the amount of space within the chest, making it difficult for the lungs to function properly.