It commonly occurs with aging, especially after the age of 50 👴🏻👵. The following factors may lead to spinal asymmetry and eventually result in scoliosis:
- Asymmetrical degeneration of intervertebral discs
- Laxity of ligaments and muscles
- Facet joint degeneration
》Complications 😣
1. #bonespurs 2. #discherniation 3. #nervecompression
》》Symptoms 😣
Back pain | Asymmetrical shoulders, waist, or hips | Muscle fatigue and weakness | Neurological symptoms (e.g., numbness, tingling)
》》》Treatment Options
Physiotherapy | Medication 💊 | Bracing | Surgery (spinal fusion)
Case Sharing 👩🦳
This elderly lady is of advanced age, and due to age-related degeneration, multiple parts of her body have shown signs of wear and tear. #kneeosteoarthritis and #degenerativescoliosis are currently her main concerns.
Although she is still able to live independently, she has to cope with persistent pain. Therefore, her family sought our help to relieve her symptoms and improve her quality of life.
After assessment, our therapist developed a personalized treatment plan including #spinalstretching, #spinalstrengthening, #jointmobility exercises, and more. In addition, we provided #electrotherapy, #highenergylaser (laser), #massagegun therapy, and manual therapy to help #painrelief.At present, her degenerative scoliosis has significantly improved, and her knee pain has resolved. However, staying active remains the key to preventing and managing age-related degeneration.
#physiotherapy #hockphysio #butterworth #bukitmertajam #degeneration #scoliosis
