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My 13 yr old daughter is in the middle of having a high thoracic levoscoliotic issue. Her upper curve starts at T1, has its apex at T3/T4 and then the lower curve (to the right) ends about T10. Having a curve that starts that high is very unusual and further testing, such as complete spine MRI with base of skull evaluation is needed to rule out a rare anomaly called a Chiari Malformation I. Watchful waiting is the name of the game if tests come back OK. Her top curve is 35 degrees, rapidly progressing even though she is pretty much done growing. Surgery isn't considered until the curve reaches >40 degrees. So, if you have the same problem and surgery is not indicated yet, Advil or aleve is good for any pain, PT to help with some stretching and strengthening exercises, and I am going to start to take her to my massage therapist to help with my daughter's right shoulder pain. I had scoliosis surgery for the same problem when I was 13 and found that this massage therapist has helped my chronic Back pain more than any doctor or anti-inflammatory has ever done! I am a nurse, been there and done that with the whole scoliosis thing, and now I get to experience all the advances in scoliosis treatment over the last 35 yrs!
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Were is scoliosis located in the spine?
Scoliosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. It can occur at any level of the spine, including the cervical (neck), thoracic (upper back), and lumbar (lower back) regions. The most common location for scoliosis is the thoracic spine, which is the upper and middle part of the back.
What is mild thoracic scoliosis?
Well, scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. The cervicothoracic part deals with the location of the curve. The cervical region is the neck, and the thoracic is the upper back. So the cervicothoracic scoliosis would be a curvature of the spine in the neck/upper back
What is mild levocurvature of the thoracic spine?
left leaning curvature
Are the upper ribs attached to the sacrum?
No, the upper ribs are attached to the thoracic vertebrae in the back, not to the sacrum. The sacrum is a triangular bone at the base of the spine that connects the spine to the hip bones.
What is Cervicalthorasis Scoliosis?
This is scoliosis in the cervical (neck area) and thoracic (upper back) regions of the spine.
Kyphosis may develop in what areas of the spine in those suffering from Marfan syndrome?
Marfan patients may develop kyphosis either in the upper (thoracic) spine or the lower (lumbar) spine.
What is T 4 regarding the skeleton?
The T4 vertebra is the fourth thoracic vertebra in the spine, located roughly in the middle of the chest. It plays a role in supporting the ribcage and connecting the thoracic spine to the ribcage. Injuries or issues with the T4 vertebra can impact posture, breathing, and overall upper body mobility.
Where is the thoracic curve?
The thoracic spine is from the base of the neck to the bottom of the rib cage. All the thoracic vertebrae - all 12 have ribs attached. The curve the thoracic spine has is called the thoracic curve, or kyphosis. It is normal to have a curve but if the curve is excessive or twists to the side it is abnormal. It can cause problems or if mild most people do not know it is there.
Divisions of the back bone?
The three main divisions of the spinal column are the cervical spine near the neck, the thoracic region of the upper back, and the lumbar spine in the lower back.
Is it dangerous to have dextroscoliosis of the thoracic spine and levoscoliosis of the lumbar spine?
Dangerous? Well... I had this about 15 years ago and I am still alive. 46 degree curve to the right for the lumbar and 18 degree curve to the left in thoracic. The Lumbar curve was eventually corrected with surgery/rods/screws. I'm still stuck with the upper curve, and have lots of muscle pain, nerve pain, headaches, back pain, fibromyalgia, and bad posture.... ya.... at least I'm alive and not dying though!
How can I strengthen my thoracic spine to improve my posture and overall back health?
To strengthen your thoracic spine for better posture and back health, focus on exercises like rows, lat pulldowns, and thoracic extensions. These exercises target the muscles in your upper back and can help improve your posture and reduce back pain. Additionally, practicing good posture throughout the day and incorporating regular stretching can also help maintain a healthy thoracic spine.
What is thoracic dextroscoliosis of the spine?
Thoracic dextroscoliosis is a type of spinal curvature where the spine curves to the right in the thoracic (upper/mid back) region. It can lead to postural changes, back pain, and potential complications if severe. Treatment may involve physical therapy, bracing, or in some cases, surgery.
