Treating Scoliosis with physical therapy
Our physical therapists are ready to join your healthcare team for treating scoliosis.
- Two to three million people in the US have scoliosis
- A spinal curve of greater than 10 degrees indicates scoliosis
- A spinal curve greater than 25 degrees may require a brace
- A spinal curve greater than 40 degrees may require surgery
- Untreated scoliosis cases progress nearly 3x faster than those in a corrective exercise program
- An increase in spine curvature can reduce lung capacity up to 30-50%
When patients try physical therapy first, we can:
- Lengthen the spine
- Improve alignment
- Increase breathing/lung capacity
- Minimize progression of the curve