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You might want to make an appointment with a scoliosis specialist in your area. A mild curve shouldn't be causing you so much pain, but there are other things, potentially related to the scoliosis, that could be the cause. You'll find a list of specialists here:
Never argue with an idiot. They always drag you down to their level, and then they beat you with experience. --Twain
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Surgery 2/10/93 A/P fusion T4-L3
Surgery 1/20/11 A/P fusion L2-sacrum w/pelvic fixation
I hear ya! I am 28 and am in a similar situation to you. I know how damn frustrating it is, it drives me absolutely nuts all the time too
But what can we do? If your spine is in a mild range, I bet you can sort that out with the right exercises and medications - I am currently doing this, but with a negative outcome so far.
This condition really sucks, especially as a guy as we are in the minority which only adds to the problem - psychologically anyway.
There is a solution out there for you somewhere, for me too, we just have to really fight for ourselves to get something done about it. I wish you well in your battle. We all need allies though, so welcome to the forum.
45L/40T Surgery 25/1/2010 Australia
Knowthyself
Scoliosis Corrected 25/1/2010 by Dr Angus Gray, Prince of Wales Private Hospital, Sydney. Fused T3-L4.
First off I'm sorry about your situation. Its bad enough to grow up with scoliosis, but even worse when your parents don't believe you. Growing up my father just thought I was lazy and didn't consider any pain I was in.
You did come to the right place though. Its a good group of people and lots of support.
He suggested crunches..to strengthen my stomach muscles. Wow..big deal...Thanks.
Actually your chiro is correct. This can help. I would see if you can go see a physical therapist to give you some ideas of what exercises you can do without hurting yourself more. Remember its slow and steady, so keep at it.
Surgeries July 26th & August 3rd 1983 (12 years old)
Still have 57 degree curve
2 Harrington rods
Luque method used
Dr David Bradford
Twin Cities Scoliosis Center Preop xray (with brace on) Postop xray
I started Chiro back when I was about 28 years old and it was a life saver. Of course you need to find a Chiro who knows about scoli, and that can take some time and money looking for someone good.
Massage is very helpful. Once again, you need to find someone who knows what they are doing.
There are all sorts of alternative methods that people use, and also bracing to relieve pain.
Do you know what your Cobb angles are?
I will try to post in a few days as I'm on vacation right now, scuba diving in Hawaii.
Welcome to the forum
Aloha
Ed
49 yr old male, now 63, the new 64...
Pre surgery curves T70,L70
ALIF/PSA T2-Pelvis 01/29/08, 01/31/08 7" pelvic anchors BMP
Dr Brett Menmuir St Marys Hospital Reno,Nevada
Thanks alot guys...and gals!! I'm so happy that I can talk to people that KNOW what I'm going thru. People don't understand that not only is it a physical problem...but also a psyhcological problem and an emotional problem. It takes a tremendous mental toll on us. Well, It looks like I came to the right place.
Thanks!
J.P.Finley
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