So i have Kyphosis and Scoliosis

[Leenix]

I have 13 degrees of Scoliosis.
Tho it may sound as a Small amount, it makes my neck lean towards my right side.

I also have kyphosis, i dunno how much to be honest but it's a lot to make my head Stick out. I cant Stand Straght no matter how hard i try.

I have major Confidence problems. I got to univercity and i'm 20 years old, when i walk down the hallway i'm always scared and dont have any confidence.
Due to both these factors i havent experienced a relationship with a girl yet.

My main Concer is, is there any way to fix my Kyphosis at this age? As i said it's so bad, i myself cant stand Totally Straight. Even if i do stand a bit straight it's not enough, my head sticks out too much and my back is noticable.

[Writer]

See if you can find a physiotherapist or clinic that practices the Schroth method. They should be able to help significantly, both with the deformity and your confidence. Self-confidence is a typical issue in scoliosis and related conditions like kyphosis, and Schroth is designed to help deal with this.

Are you in the UK, US, or elsewhere? See the home page of the NSF (http://www.scoliosis.org/ -- scroll down towards the bottom) for a list of Schroth therapists in the USA. Good luck!

[Leenix]

What i men to ask, what methods are there to fix my problem?

At this age is there any kind of surgery for me? For my Kyphosis that is.
Or do i have to Strengthen my Back Muscles in some way?

I'd love to hear some Steps on how i can help my self first.


Before traveling Overseas for some Therapy that might not work.

[Snoopy]

You need to find an orthopedic doctor who specializes in Scoliosis and/or Kyphosis. He/she will do x-rays and tell you what degree your Kyposis is and then suggest what he/she would recommend. My daughter had surgery to correct both her Kyphosis and Scoliosis over 3 years ago and is doing great! 20 years old is still very young--I've seen people on this forum who had Scoliosis surgery when they were in their 60's!

Mary Lou

[Susie*Bee]

Dear Leenix-- I agree with Mary Lou-- you need to find a scoliosis specialist. You are very young (in my book!) which is a plus for you. Some of us who are much, much older have had very good corrections-- and most importantly, have had our scoliosis stabilized. I really believe only a doctor who is experienced with your problems will be able to tell you what can or cannot be done to help you. I would recommend that first, before trying methods.

I am sorry that your condition is causing you to have confidence issues. Many people do, unfortunately, judge by appearance-- but there are others that don't. Don't let your lack of self-esteem rule over the person you really are, because then it also affects your inner person. I know that's a tough challenge, but otherwise it will dominate over you both physically and and through your personality. If it's possible, maybe a little counseling might help you to overcome this. Just as the saying goes "don't judge a book by its cover," so also it is with people-- and its what's on the inside that counts. Anyone who is good friend or relationship material will know that. But you may have to work a little (through your personality) to get them interested. Best wishes in both regards--help with your physical condition, and help with your discovering how you are a person of worth.

[Writer]

There is a book on Schroth physiotherapy for scoliosis, and it contains many exercises for kyphosis also, but it won't help you to fix yourself if you have not already been examined by a physiotherapist.

Scoliosis and the related kyphosis are complex conditions, and other parts of the body are usually influenced, and often at least partly causal, in ways that the layperson would not suspect. I was surprised at all the abnormally tight muscles and knots a Schroth therapist noticed in my feet and legs, not only in my back. She made an immediate impact in her exercise recommendations. I could not have figured all this out on my own.

If you're in the US, you don't have to go to Spain or Germany to a scoli clinic, there are trained therapists here, though unfortunately not too many yet.

Surgery would seem to be rather radical for a case that you describe. Physiotherapy is completely benign.

[aktech23]

I'm 35, and I've just been diagnosed with kyphosis today. In january i was diagnosed with scoliosis, 10 degrees lumbar and 20 thoracic.

I didn't have pain until I hit 30, now it's getting unmanageable for me.

I've always had a permanent slouch, forward shoulders, head slightly out. not so much but enough the kids gave me a lot of grief when I was younger. I can relate to the confidence issues.

I'll tell you a little secret, girls care more about having a fun time then looks and the like. It took me a little while to figure it out, but when I did the whole world changed in that regard. My wife is absolutely beautiful, and very caring on top of that.