05 Apr 😳Were you told that your child has scoliosis and if untreated, would result in spinal surgery? 🤔Wondering if there is anything you can do to avoid spinal surgery?
The most common form of idiopathic scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, develops in children aged 10 until the end of growth around 18 years old. This period is significant due to the rapid growth spurts associated with puberty, which can quickly exacerbate the spinal curvature. While the exact cause of idiopathic scoliosis remains unknown, several factors are believed to influence its development and progression:
1. Genetic Factors: There’s strong evidence suggesting a genetic component, as scoliosis tends to run in families. Research is ongoing to identify specific genes involved.
2. Growth Spurts: Rapid growth periods, especially during puberty, are associated with the onset and progression of idiopathic scoliosis. This is partly why adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common.
3. Sex: Females are more likely to develop idiopathic scoliosis and tend to have a higher risk of progression, requiring treatment.
Early detection of idiopathic scoliosis is crucial for effective management and treatment. Regular screenings during childhood and adolescence can help identify scoliosis early. Treatment options vary depending on the severity of the curve, age, and whether the individual is still growing.
Here at My Favourite Physio, our Expert Paediatric Physiotherapists
 are trained in Scoliosis Assessment and Treatment in children and adolescents. Our goal is to decelerate or prevent the development of Idiopathic Scoliosis, and we have a variety of treatment strategies to do so including using ISST Schroth 3D Scoliosis Therapy, Dynamic Garment Orthosis, Functional Electrical Stimulation to help our clients learn to correct their dynamic posture, reduce muscle imbalance, increase core and functional muscle strength.
If you have been told that your child has scoliosis, reach out to My Favourite Physio on 
(02) 9790 4233 or DM us @myfavouritephysio to find out how we can help your child improve their scoliosis today!
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