The most effective treatment of scoliosis is at an early age, when the growth of the spine continues, however, special treatment is prescribed for adults. Drug therapy consists in taking anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamin complexes and chondoprotectors. It is also necessary to pay special attention to the poses of sitting, standing, and physical exertion. It is important to exclude postures that contribute to further curvature of the spine. A special orthopedic regime is also effective, which can be observed while on sanatorium treatment.
Orthopedic mode includes sleeping on special beds with orthopedic pads, wearing a special corset. Another important point in the treatment of scoliosis is physiotherapy. Sanatoriums offer special programs, which include balneotherapy, mud applications and baths, electric shock. Hardening procedures are also carried out, special massages and manual therapy are prescribed.
Treatment results
Scoliosis is perfectly treatable in early childhood. But adults can also count on a positive result. Orthopedic regimen under the supervision of doctors, as well as complex therapy can partially straighten the spine, relieve the patient from back pain and restore psychological comfort.
Сколиоз – деформация позвоночника влево или вправо относительно фронтальной плоскости. Врачи выделяют несколько факторов, приводящих к развитию сколиоза: неправильная осанка, рахит, недостаточные и неправильно организованные физические нагрузки, травмы, дисплазия тазобедренных суставов.
