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Dr.
Gregory Kolwaite
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Dr.
Gregory Kolwaite operates Adirondack Chiropractic
at 4947 Commercial Drive, Yorkville 13495.
If you have a question, you can write to him
at his office or call 732-7463 or 768-7578.
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Various
treatments available for scoliosis
July 28, 2003
Q.
I am a 17-year-old female who was just diagnosed with
scoliosis in my lower and middle back. My doctor says
there is nothing to be done except monitor the condition.
I am not happy with doing nothing. What can be done
for scoliosis?
A. Scoliosis is a sideways
curve of the spine more often seen in females that is
commonly diagnosed at puberty. Scoliosis can be classified
in two categories, structural and functional.
Structural scoliosis is usually caused by an underlying
structural deformity or a neurological disorder and
is often inherited. This type of scoliosis needs to
be monitored closely due to its permanency and its tendency
to worsen over time. Bracing and surgery are the most
common traditional treatments, designed to prevent encroachment
onto the delicate organs in the chest cavity.
Functional scoliosis tends to be caused by a leg length
inequality or a disc herniation, which may cause a temporary
sideways curve in the spine. Functional scoliosis tends
to be less severe than structural and can usually be
treated effectively by addressing the cause, such as
by wearing a heel lift to equalize leg length.
It is important to find which category your scoliosis
fits in. Most research shows that structural scoliosis
cannot be reversed. However, symptomatic treatment for
pain, nerve interference and a possible slowdown of
the natural progression of scoliosis can be explored
with chiropractic care, with its emphasis on spinal
alignment, and a healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Gregory Kolwaite operates Adirondack Chiropractic
at 4947 Commercial Drive, Yorkville 13495. If you have
a question, you can write to him at his office or call
732-7463 or 768-7578.
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