Scoliosis is a common spinal condition characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine, typically in an"S" or "C" shape.

Typical symptoms of scoliosis in children and teens may include- 

uneven shoulders 

one hip appearing higher than the other

 one shoulder blade is more prominent than the other

 when bending forward, one side of the rib cage  is higher than the other

Types of Scoliosis 

Congenital Scoliosis: This type of scoliosis arises due to abnormal spinal development in the womb and is present at birth.

 Neuromuscular Scoliosis: It is caused by conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy, this type results from muscle imbalance affecting spinal alignment.

 Idiopathic Scoliosis: The most common type, idiopathic scoliosis develops without a clear cause and often starts during puberty.

Degenerative Scoliosis: This type occurs later in life as the spine degenerates with age, leading to curvature and pain.

 Stretches and Exercises for Scoliosis 

Pelvic tilts 

A pelvic tilt will help stretch tight muscles in the hips and lower back. 

To do a pelvic tilt, a person should:

1.  Lie on their back with their feet flat on the floor and their knees bent.

2.  Tighten their stomach muscles while flattening their back toward the floor.

3.  Hold for 5 seconds while breathing normally.

4.  Release.

 Arm and leg raises 

A person can strengthen their lower back with arm and leg raises.To do the raises, a person should:

1.  Lie on their front with their forehead to the ground.

2.  Extend their arms straight over their head with their palms or fists on the ground. Keep both legs straight.

3.  Raise their arms and legs off of the ground.

4.  Hold for a full breath, then lower their arms and legs back down. 

Latissimus Dorsi Stretch

Lumbar scoliosis can also cause tightness in the latissimus dorsi.

To do a latissimus dorsi stretch, a person should:

1.    Stand with good posture in a neutral position.

2.    Keep their feet shoulder-width apart and their knees very slightly bent.

3.    Reaching over their head with both hands, grab the right wrist with the left hand.

4.    Bend slightly toward the right side until they feel a stretch in the left side of their body.

5.    Hold for one to two breaths, then gently pull with the left hand to straighten and return to the original position.

6.   Repeat on the opposite side.