What is Dextroscoliosis?

Dextroscoliosis is a more specific medical term for Scoliosis, a curvature of the spine. Scoliosis, in general, is pertained to any curvature of the spine that causes the whole back structure to look C- or S-shaped. Dextroscoliosis is the condition wherein the spine is curved to the right. Levoscoliosis is the counterpart of Dextroscoliosis, with the curvature of the spine being inclined to the left.

Scoliosis of the spine varies. Idiopathic scoliosis often happens to children during their growing years. Neuromuscular scoliosis happens when there is an underlying disorder that is causing this condition to become evident. Genetics and medical history can also play a part in the manifestation of scoliosis.

Symptoms of Scoliosis and Dextroscoliosis

Scoliosis symptoms are very easy to trace, especially if the scoliosis is the idiopathic type. In such cases, Dextroscoliosis can only be diagnosed upon X-ray of the spine. However, in cases where the Dextroscoliosis seems to be caused by an underlying condition, the following examinations can be conducted:

• Skin examination (to watch out for signs of neurofibromatosis)
• Abdominal reflex test
• Spasticity test through muscle tone examination, and;
• Feet examination for possible signs of cavovarus deformity.

 There are many types of Dextroscoliosis. You have the Thoracic Dextroscoliosis or Thoracolumbar Dextroscoliosis, where the curvature is approximately level to a person’s ribcage. Lumbar Dextroscoliosis is a curvature located on a person’s lower back. Some cases can be mild, where there are others that cause convenience, physical deformities, and even medical complications to affected internal organs. The only way for you to determine the type and severity of scoliosis that you have is by undergoing a medical examination from a professional health care provider.

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Scoliosis Treatment for Adults

Scoliosis treatment is usually administered in a delayed manner to children. After all, idiopathic Dextroscoliosis in children likely clears by itself after the growth years. However, adults who still suffer from Dextroscoliosis or the other form of scoliosis, Levoscoliosis, may be in need of a more pro-active scoliosis treatment to help alleviate the condition. After all, scoliosis can cause a great deal of pain, bring forth physical deformity as a complication, or even cause damage to internal organs that are directly affected by the spinal malformation. The most popular forms of Levoscoliosis/Dextroscoliosis treatment are: Therapy, Bracing, Casting, and Surgery.

Therapy may be administered to mild Dextroscoliosis cases. The therapy may be physical, occupational, chiropractic, or osteopathic in nature. Dextroscoliosis in the mildest form can easily be treated by such an intervention without too much effort and structural support. Mild to severe cases where complications are expected may involve the use of casts or braces alongside therapy. The use of casts or braces in Dextroscoliosis or Levoscoliosis can help guide the spine back to its healthy and straight alignment.

Scoliosis Treatment

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