Hello,
I have a 10yr old son (will be 11 in April) that was recently diagnosed with scoliosis. His upper curve is 19deg and 6deg lower (X-rays taken in early Dec 06). Like many of the new parents on here I was in total disbelief and shock. I have not heard that word since I was in Junior High. To make a long story short (at least shorter then it could be) he is very athletic, has been playing Baseball and Hockey from a very young age. I think this is what bothered me most at first----that he may need to change his life style (I thought---I know better now after reading post on here). His back was feeling stiff during a hockey practice and the next day he could hardly move. I took him to the doctors and they said he had a pulled muscle and also appeared to have scoliosis. She referred him to a specialist and to have an x-ray done at a children’s hospital. We had the x-ray done in Dec but could not get an appointment with the specialist until yesterday (Jan 23). Between the x-ray and the appointment I was driving myself crazy reading on the internet. Stories that the curve can increase rather dramatically over just a few months. I tried to get in early but was unable to. The appointment yesterday was very unsatisfying. He just confirmed what I already new from my Ped. After reading the x-ray the doctor just told us he had a mild case and we should not worry. I asked him about what I read (about the progression) and he stated “that is why we want to see him in 6 months”. If it has progressed they will take action i.e. a brace. I know I am long winded (sorry)….My questions are.
1. Do any of you know of a good doctor in or around Jacksonville Florida that specializes in scoliosis? I have been told several times I am lucky they caught it early but feel like we are not taking advantage of our so called luck. We are not doing anything about it, just waiting for another x-ray. I want to be proactive in his treatment.
2. Does anyone know where I can find a probability chart----the chance of his getting worse due to his age etc?
3. I have read on some web sites that Chiropractic care may work, has anyone had any success with this? Or physical therapy?
I know I need to do something but not sure what. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Gene Tyler’s Dad
I have a 10yr old son (will be 11 in April) that was recently diagnosed with scoliosis. His upper curve is 19deg and 6deg lower (X-rays taken in early Dec 06). Like many of the new parents on here I was in total disbelief and shock. I have not heard that word since I was in Junior High. To make a long story short (at least shorter then it could be) he is very athletic, has been playing Baseball and Hockey from a very young age. I think this is what bothered me most at first----that he may need to change his life style (I thought---I know better now after reading post on here). His back was feeling stiff during a hockey practice and the next day he could hardly move. I took him to the doctors and they said he had a pulled muscle and also appeared to have scoliosis. She referred him to a specialist and to have an x-ray done at a children’s hospital. We had the x-ray done in Dec but could not get an appointment with the specialist until yesterday (Jan 23). Between the x-ray and the appointment I was driving myself crazy reading on the internet. Stories that the curve can increase rather dramatically over just a few months. I tried to get in early but was unable to. The appointment yesterday was very unsatisfying. He just confirmed what I already new from my Ped. After reading the x-ray the doctor just told us he had a mild case and we should not worry. I asked him about what I read (about the progression) and he stated “that is why we want to see him in 6 months”. If it has progressed they will take action i.e. a brace. I know I am long winded (sorry)….My questions are.
1. Do any of you know of a good doctor in or around Jacksonville Florida that specializes in scoliosis? I have been told several times I am lucky they caught it early but feel like we are not taking advantage of our so called luck. We are not doing anything about it, just waiting for another x-ray. I want to be proactive in his treatment.
2. Does anyone know where I can find a probability chart----the chance of his getting worse due to his age etc?
3. I have read on some web sites that Chiropractic care may work, has anyone had any success with this? Or physical therapy?
I know I need to do something but not sure what. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Gene Tyler’s Dad
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