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I can only answer from personal experience. I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was 20 years old and have been an exercise junkie since then because keeping active has always helped with the pain. I am 49 years old now and a couple of years ago the pain started getting worse. I decided to start swimming since I had recently moved into a house only 6 blocks from an indoor pool. It was one of the smartest things I have ever done. I have been swimming for almost 2 years now, 4-5 times a week. When I first started out I had bad technique and it actually made my pain worse. I watched and talked to good swimmers and got some pointers. (Also watched YouTube videos)
I do freestyle for 40-45 minutes (had to work up to it) The key for me was BALANCE and stretching. I learned to turn my head every third stroke to breath. Took some getting use to but it works the best. This way your not turning your head the same way every time. Then I started to flip at the end of the pool to make the whole motion more fluid. I even flip to different sides. Remember BALANCE! I wear a noseplug to keep that chlorinated water from getting into my sinuses. I also realized that when I turned my head to the right side I wasn't kicking or stretching out (the right side is the side that is all cramped up on me, could be different for you). When I turned to that side I had this funny feeling that I was falling but the more I stretch the less I experience it and it is almost gone now. Going fast is not important. Long strokes are important and I actually go a lot faster with less strokes. It use to take me 31 strokes to get to the end of the pool. Now I do it in 22-23.
I also do a modified back stroke using an exercise I learned at a chiropractor when I was younger. (Haven't been to a chiro since, can't afford it)
Another thing I highly recommend is an inversion table. It really helps to stretch you out. They cost a couple hundred dollars but was a great investment.
Hope this helps. Remember balance and stretch, stretch, stretch!!!!
What else can I help you with?
All persons know either swimming or rowing There are 14 persons who know only swimming and 14 persons who know only rowing 8 tickets sold for rowing How many people are there for swimming?
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Which hospital in RI is giving the good quality Treatment for Scoliosis?
There are many hospital in Rhode Island that offer Scoliosis treatment. One with good quality services are the scoliosis clinic at Rhode Island Hospital.
Is scoliosis terminal?
Majority of cases are treatable and these days surgery is so good it is not heard of in the west of terminal cases, with good treatment scoliosis can be dealt with There are minor cases of death where Scoliosis is concerned but we don´t see that in the west
What are some Treatments for Scoliosis and spinabifida?
If your scoliosis is mild then you should just do exercises aproved by a doctor for scoliosis. If it is severse then you should either wear a backbrace to keep it from getting worse or get surgery. Scoliosis can cause backpain. Try to keep a good posture to stop your pain!!
How is scoliosis treated in alternative medicine?
exercise has not been shown to prevent or slow the progression of scoliosis. It may help to relieve pain from scoliosis by helping to maintain range of motion. Good nutrition is also important
What is the lateral curvation of the spine called?
That is called a scoliosis. You can remember the 'S' shaped spine of Scoliosis.
Why does water roll off a person's when persons get out of a swimming pool?
Humans are waterproof.
Can a person with scoliosis become a pilot?
YES! I have scoliosis-I am a graduate of the Air Force Academy, I am a professional pilot, and I have scoliosis. It requires a waiver and is a black and white issue-in other words, if your curve is less than X you are good, if not you are not and they will not give you the waiver.
What is a prevention of scoliosis?
scoliosis can not be prevented
Is Justin Bieber good at swimming?
YES! He is good at swimming and I saw him swim.
Will swimming help with scoliosis?
Yes - because when you swim you use the muscles in your back (believe it or not) and they push your spine to the right place. {please note - IT'S NOT AN OVERNIGHT 'FIX'}
Where does scoliosis mainly affect?
Scoliosis is a descriptive term for a spinal condition. Scoliosis means curvature
