Signs of scoliosis include:

• a visibly curved spine
• leaning to one side
• uneven shoulders
• a shoulder or hip sticking out
• the ribs sticking out on one side

Some adults with scoliosis may also have back pain. 

Treatments for scoliosis

Treatment for scoliosis depends on your age, how severe the curve is, and whether it's likely to get worse with time. Our Clinicians at Prestige Healthcare can assess and provide a suitable brace or support .

Many people will not need any treatment and only a small number will need to have surgery on their spine.

• Babies and toddlers may not need treatment as the curve might improve over time. A plaster cast or plastic brace may be fitted to their back to stop the curve getting worse as they grow.
• Older children may wear a back brace to stop the curve getting worse until they stop growing. Sometimes surgery may be needed to control the growth of the spine until an operation to straighten it can be done when they stop growing.
• Adults may need treatment to relieve pain, such as painkillers, spinal injections and, very occasionally, surgery.

Living with scoliosis

Most people with scoliosis are able to live normal lives and can do most activities, including exercise and sports.

The condition does not usually cause significant pain or any other health problems, and tends to stay the same after you stop growing.

You may find it useful to contact a support group, such as Scoliosis Association UK.

For more information about Scoliosis, or to have an assessment, or some treatment contact us by filling out the form below, emailing or calling us.