Hi,
I've been wanting to seek out information about scoliosis for awhile, but haven't found the right time to do it. I'm 16 years old, I was diagnosed with a mild form of scoliosis about two years ago. That day I was at a clinic to get a physical for football. As I was examined, the doctor noticed the suspicious way I was standing. He started to measure my back, and ordered an x-ray. When the x-ray came back, it revealed I was developing a curve in my spine. I didn't realize there was anything wrong with my back. The doctor didn't think it was too serious yet, so he just told my mom to monitor it. My mom looked sort of concern, but I don't think she really get it. As the months passed, my body started to look more and more different. They were slight changes, but I noticed them. My colar bones were very noticeable. My clothes easily cover these deformities, but it's still a little weird changing in the locker room. My parents did not pay any attention this problem. It's like they don't care. I've showed them how abnormal my back look, but they just act like it's part of growing up. I've asked to go see a chiropractor, and they've said several times that they would, but the appointments keep getting delayed. I feel very alone in this. One of the things that concern me the most is my height. In elementary school, I was always one of the taller kids in class. When I got in to junior high, my height was at around 5'7. For the past two years, I've seen how my friends have gotten so much taller than me. Earlier this year, I was at the nurse's office to get my height and weight measured. I found out that I'm only around 5'4 2/3. This devastated me. My self-esteem has gone down dramendously. I used to be very active, I played many sports, now I just stay home. I haven't told any of my friends about my disorder, and I hope they never find out. Right now, my biggest worry is developing a hump. My stance is pretty awkward. I really don't know what to do. The only thing I'm looking forward to is the day that I stop growing. I'm frustrated, and everyday I asked why this is happening to me. I went to see a doctor two weeks ago, and he said I still don't have a big enough curve to need surgery or treament. I was recomended some exercises to strenghthen my back. I don't feel like anyone understand me. I don't know if anyone wil take the time to read this, but it kind of is a relief to write it down. Email me if you've experienced similar things.
Bye
I've been wanting to seek out information about scoliosis for awhile, but haven't found the right time to do it. I'm 16 years old, I was diagnosed with a mild form of scoliosis about two years ago. That day I was at a clinic to get a physical for football. As I was examined, the doctor noticed the suspicious way I was standing. He started to measure my back, and ordered an x-ray. When the x-ray came back, it revealed I was developing a curve in my spine. I didn't realize there was anything wrong with my back. The doctor didn't think it was too serious yet, so he just told my mom to monitor it. My mom looked sort of concern, but I don't think she really get it. As the months passed, my body started to look more and more different. They were slight changes, but I noticed them. My colar bones were very noticeable. My clothes easily cover these deformities, but it's still a little weird changing in the locker room. My parents did not pay any attention this problem. It's like they don't care. I've showed them how abnormal my back look, but they just act like it's part of growing up. I've asked to go see a chiropractor, and they've said several times that they would, but the appointments keep getting delayed. I feel very alone in this. One of the things that concern me the most is my height. In elementary school, I was always one of the taller kids in class. When I got in to junior high, my height was at around 5'7. For the past two years, I've seen how my friends have gotten so much taller than me. Earlier this year, I was at the nurse's office to get my height and weight measured. I found out that I'm only around 5'4 2/3. This devastated me. My self-esteem has gone down dramendously. I used to be very active, I played many sports, now I just stay home. I haven't told any of my friends about my disorder, and I hope they never find out. Right now, my biggest worry is developing a hump. My stance is pretty awkward. I really don't know what to do. The only thing I'm looking forward to is the day that I stop growing. I'm frustrated, and everyday I asked why this is happening to me. I went to see a doctor two weeks ago, and he said I still don't have a big enough curve to need surgery or treament. I was recomended some exercises to strenghthen my back. I don't feel like anyone understand me. I don't know if anyone wil take the time to read this, but it kind of is a relief to write it down. Email me if you've experienced similar things.
Bye
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