progression as an adult?

[CaCori]

I agree, and so i have made a appt with a new specialist that deals with adult scoliosis, his name is Dr. watson, so if anyone has had him go ahead and give me a shout and let me know how your experiance was with him =) my appt is on the 9th, so i will let you guys know how it goes!

[Heathmoose]

I agree with everyone else who said to see a scoliosis specialist and get updated x-rays.

I was diagnosed at age 15, with a 36 degree lumbar curve. I was braced and when they took me out of the brace for good, my curve was 34. At that point, I had reached "skeletal maturity" and I don't remember being told to monitor it or not. I think the doctor might have said every few years, but I don't remember. Close to 8 years later, I had a horseback riding accident and fractured my spine and had to have x-rays. This is when I discovered my curve had significantly progressed. I also started having more pain. I had to collect and pay for x-rays from past doctors (some who were no longer in practice). Over a period of 3 or 4 years, I monitored it and by the time I had my surgery, my curve was 70 degrees.

It seems there is a certain percentage of adults whose curves progress...I was one of them.

Good luck and let us know what happens.
Heather

[majose]

2nd opinion

CaCori -
I think, as many have suggested, your best bet is to get a 2nd opinion - your current speicalist will forward your records to the new specialist at your request, make sure though you request the copies be sent with plenty of time for your appointment.

In order to have them forwarded you will have to make the request in writting.

Good luck!

[makaylasmom]

I too had very progressive curves. I agree that you really need to get a 2nd and maybe even a 3rd opinion. Keep us posted!