Best Doctors for Scoliosis Treatment in Indore

Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine is bent sideways abnormally. It is mainly seen in adolescents. There are a few types of scoliosis, such as congenital, neuromuscular, degenerative, and some idiopathic. The symptoms of scoliosis are back pain, muscle weakness, unable to stand straight, numbness, and leg pain. The signs of scoliosis are shoulders will be uneven due to a bent spinal cord, uneven waist, hips are elevated, leg length will be uneven, and continuous leaning on one side, when these signs are seen, it's time to diagnose the condition. The causes of scoliosis can be spine injury, malformation of vertebrae during embryo development in the womb, spinal tumors, and genetic changes. The diagnostic tests to be done to diagnose scoliosis are physical examination, X-rays, CT scan of the spine, and MRI scan of the spine. Treatment for scoliosis is dependent on the size of the curvature. Children with minimal curvature do not require any treatment but regular follow up is required to monitor the curvature worsening as they grow. Braces are used to treat moderate scoliosis. In cases of severe scoliosis, surgical treatment is indicated.