I just discovered that the curve of my spine is different when lying down than when sitting or standing under load. Is this true for just me or for everyone with scoliosis. Two x-rays were taken 7 days apart...when lying flat on an x-ray table I have a 20 degree lumbar curve, and when x-rayed standing or sitting down I have a 32 degree thoracalumbar curve.
Prior to taking these x-rays I thought my curve had grown from 20 to 32 degrees, when in fact the real difference is the change in my curve under load. As an adult with scoliosis and degenerative disc at L5-S1 and I'm assuming this change under load is not good. I now understand why I have such pain coming from the convex side of the curve, its under a lot of pressure.
Any feedback is appreciated.
Tall Paul
Prior to taking these x-rays I thought my curve had grown from 20 to 32 degrees, when in fact the real difference is the change in my curve under load. As an adult with scoliosis and degenerative disc at L5-S1 and I'm assuming this change under load is not good. I now understand why I have such pain coming from the convex side of the curve, its under a lot of pressure.
Any feedback is appreciated.
Tall Paul
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