According to the National Scoliosis Foundation, scoliosis affects an estimated 6 million people in the United States, or 2 to 3 percent of the population. Scoliosis causes a lateral curvature in the spine that is greater than 10 degrees and primarily affects children ages 10 to 15.

Signs of scoliosis include sideways body posture, curvature of the spine, one shoulder raised higher than the other, clothing not hanging properly, and muscular aches. Depending of the severity of the curvature in the spine, one may experience discomfort in the lower, middle, or upper back, and be limited to certain activities. In critical cases, functions of the heart and lungs may be affected.

There are a variety of different options to help treat this scoliosis, including chiropractic care. In many cases treating scoliosis with chiropractic care has been shown to be highly effective. Before treatment, a chiropractor will first determine the cause of the scoliosis, the size and location of the curve, and the stage of bone growth. Once an assessment has been performed, spinal adjustments along with exercising and stretching tips are given.

Even though there is no cure for scoliosis, being open to different avenues of treatment, such as chiropractic care, may help improve the quality of life for one who lives with scoliosis.

Source: National Scoliosis Foundation