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Scoliosis Specialist

A scoliosis specialist is a medical doctor or other health care provider who specializes in the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of scoliosis. Patients must be careful about being misled by a potential care provider and should be knowledgeable concerning the true facts of their condition and all recommended treatments. It is crucial to receive an accurate diagnosis, as well as proper monitoring or treatment, depending on the severity of the curvature.

Scoliosis Doctor Advice

I am a big fan of most forms of complementary medicine. Alternative healthcare therapists can be very useful as part of a combined health maintenance routine. However, when it comes to scoliosis, I recommend staying with a medical doctor. I have personally seen far too many chiropractors and other therapists promise the patient that they can cure or reverse a spinal curvature. I have never actually seen this accomplished and I myself was promised this very thing from at least 2 of my early chiropractors. Be warned of care providers who promise unrealistic results when it comes to curing significant scoliosis.

Scoliosis Specialist Reality

The 2 most effective forms of treatment for scoliosis are the use of an orthotic back brace and spinal surgery. Braces are only effective when used in a growing child or as a support for adults with the condition. Surgery is used to correct severe curvatures when the patient�s mobility, functionality or very life are at risk.
WARNING: Spinal fusion surgery is a very invasive and unpredictable operation with many side effects. Surgery for scoliosis correction should only be considered in the most dire of circumstances.

Recommendation on a Scoliosis Specialist

Doctors are not sure what actually causes most cases of scoliosis. There is ongoing research being done to identify the genetic markers responsible for this condition. One day, doctors hope to be able to prevent this condition by eliminating the causative gene early in life. It seems far off and futuristic, but one day this treatment might make scoliosis a thing of the past.

Be a responsible patient and research your own condition thoroughly. If you are well informed, you have a far better chance of finding a doctor who will provide the best treatment for your particular condition. Remember... knowledge helps you to eliminate the chance of being taken advantage of by a specialist who promises the world, but delivers nothing but disappointment�
Scoliosis Specialist to Back Pain Home 1/30/08 Revised 10/21/08