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Scoliosis

Scoliosis refers to a condition where an abnormal curve in a person’s spine is manifested. Instead of a straight line, a person afflicted with scoliosis has a spine that looks like a “C” or an “S.”

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Why does your left shoulder blade arm and hand feel tingly only at bedtime?

If your hand burns and then goes numb while you sleep it is Carpal Tunnel syndrome. This can be caused by repetitve movements of the hand-usually involving years of physical labour, such as scrubbing, typing, lifting, hammering etc. It also causes uncomfort in your wrist area, causing the thumb and index to constanly go numb, objects falling from your hands due to lost of grip and strength. Also if you feel something like electrical shocks running down the middle of your palm and shooting into your fingers it is Carpal Tunnel. Sometimes your fingers can spontaneously spasm usually the small finger. The pain can also shoot up to your elbow down your forearm. At night it is especially uncomftrable as your hand goes completely numb and as you hold a newspapr or hold your cup of coffee it goes to sleep you must shake it to "wake-up" it is Carpal Tunnel. Also if the Carpal tunnel is in your dominanat hand writing will also cause uncomfort. If you are only gettting these symptoms at night- then this could be begining stages...if your jobs involves alot of labour or typing constant use of your hands then I suggest you get checked out. Also keep in mind that your employer by law needs to offer you workers compensation for all medical expenses and if it is severe and your boss refuses to help you you will need to get an attorney to help advocate for you. I know this because I was diagnosed with the same thing and went through a hell of alot before I understood the system.

Can you go into the air force with scoliosis?

Eligibility for joining the Air Force with scoliosis depends on the severity and impact of the condition. Generally, mild scoliosis may not disqualify an applicant, but moderate to severe cases can lead to disqualification due to potential impacts on physical performance and health. Each case is evaluated individually, and a medical waiver may be possible in some situations. It’s best to consult with a recruiter for specific guidance related to personal health conditions.

What does it mean to have scoliosis in the lumbar region with a dextro rotatory curve of 23 percent?

Having scoliosis in the lumbar region with a dextro rotatory curve of 23 percent means that there is a sideways curvature of the spine in the lower back, specifically bending to the right (dextro) and also involving some rotation of the vertebrae. The 23 percent indicates the degree of curvature, which can affect posture, movement, and potentially lead to discomfort or pain. Management may include monitoring, physical therapy, or in some cases, bracing or surgery, depending on the severity and symptoms.

How do you get a click in your neck?

For a crick in ur neck, u must not move ur neck for atleast 30 minutes than move it. CRICKS HURT

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.

Is scoliosis a disability disease disorder or all?

scoliosis is a disability because it impares your ability in certain postures, also causes stress when carrying shopping and sleeping etc.

Is the iliolumbar ligament connected to the sartorius muscles?

The iliolumbar ligament has been described as the most important ligament for restraining movement at the lumbosacral junction. In addition, it may play an important role in restraining movement in the sacroiliac joints.

The Sartorius muscle is a long thin muscle that runs down the length of the thigh. It is the longest muscle in the human body. Its upper portion forms the lateral border of the femoral triangle. Its origin extends from the anterior superior spine of the ilium, with insertion into the medial border of the tuberosity of the tibia, with nerve supply from the femoral nerve, and whose action flexes the thigh and leg and rotates the leg medially and the thigh laterally.

Also called tailor's muscle.

What does mild posterior disc bulge at T11-12 without neural structure compromise mean?

It means the disc bulge is not big enough to press on the spinal canal. It could also mean the nerves exiting theforamina are not beingencroachedupon. Posterior means behind.

Can you work offshore as a galley hand if you have scoliosis?

yes i have 4 years offshore experience in the qatar petroleum development catering. And my catering company is sea site international catering.

What is involved in scoliosis surgery?

i had the surgery almost 7 months ago and i had a double curve so now i have 2 rods and 22 screws to keep it straight. my surgery was 6 and a half hours long and i was in the hospital for 8 days. most of the time you'll be in the hospital a much shorter time but i had other complications while in the hospital. not with my back though! that part went great.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/scoliosis/surgery.html

What is a paracentral disc bulge?

what is 1 mild bilateral foraminal stenosis 2 Clinical correlation 3 moderate to severe bilateral

If you have surgery to fix scoliosis will your shoulders become even again?

Yes,well mine did, after the surgery my shoulders got a little more even, but a couple months later the got better to the point where they are normal again.

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Nope.....they will look more even then they are before the surgery but looking at yourself in the mirror after the surgery, you will still be uneven at the shoulders..you can exersise to build up your posture and retrain yourself to position your shoulders so you will look even when you are out in public

How would you assess for scoliosis?

If you think you have scoliosis, you need to go to your GP who will refer you to a specialist, they may perfom what is called the "Adam´s Bend Test", x-rays would also be required to allow the surgeon to work out the severity of the curve, they will use the risser sign for this

What is 11 degree dextroscoliosis mean?

It means the tilting of the spine column curved to the right or left side from the normal 90 degrees or perpendicular upright position by 11%.

Can scoliosis cause paralysis?

If the scoliosis is so severe that there is injury to the spinal cord, paralysis could result.

Can animals get scoliosis?

Yes they can. Scoliosis is most common in women... Not sure if it's the same in animals though.