Scoliosis is a condition affecting the position of the spine in three dimensions, the most notable change normally being a sideways curvature of the spine. It is a condition often missed as it is generally not painful. Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis occurs in approximately 2-3% of children and is more common in females, with the ratio of 10 females to one male having a curve which warrants treatment. About three in 1000 children have curves that are large enough to need treatment.
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The signs to look out for:
- Ribs: you may notice a difference in your child’s ribs when they lean forward, one side of the ribs may be more raised than the other.
- Shoulder blade asymmetry: you may notice winging of your child’s shoulder blade, or that one shoulder seems to be higher than the other.
- Clothes not sitting evenly: often T-shirts or pants/skirts may not seem to fit correctly or symmetrically.
Our therapist Alena finished her training in Europe where she learned and practiced method Schroth which was part of her physiotherapy degree and her practical placements. The Schroth Method is a nonsurgical option for scoliosis treatment. It uses exercises customized for each patient to return the curved spine to a more natural position. The goal of Schroth exercises is to de-rotate, elongate and stabilize the spine in a three-dimensional plane.
Alena also did a postgraduate specialized training in spiral stabilization of spine method which focuses on postural problems, spinal instability, misalignment of hips, etc. but mainly is this method used for treating SCOLIOSIS at any age.
SPS method works on the stabilization of spine and addressing any muscular disbalances. Each exercise stretches muscle tightness in vertical muscle chains and strengthens muscle weakness in spiral muscle chains. You can find more info about this method on this link:
https://www.spiralstabilization.com/en/
Free Screening
If you are concerned that you or your child may have scoliosis we have a free screening program available. You will be able to book a 20 minute Free Initial Assessment with Alena. If the curve is suspected to be scoliosis we are able to refer for a bulk billed X-Ray at Perth Radiological Clinic for scoliosis screening X-Rays. If scoliosis is confirmed on X-Ray, Alena will be able to liaise with your GP to start the most appropriate course of action.
