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Upon hearing the word \u201cscoliosis\u201d, most people instantly think of elementary and middle school children receiving spinal exams. This assumption makes sense, as 80% of patients with scoliosis are children between 10 and 15 years old. However, adults who are well beyond their school years can develop scoliosis as well. Read on to learn more about adult degenerative scoliosis, and how an orthopedics-focused treatment can mitigate painful symptoms.<\/p>\n

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What is Adult Degenerative Scoliosis?<\/h2>\n

To fully understand what adult degenerative scoliosis is, we first need to define idiopathic scoliosis<\/a>. This spinal condition, in which the spine bends horizontally, generally affects people in their adolescent years. In some cases, conditions developed during adolescent years can affect people later on in life. Over time, this bend in the spine can worsen, or lead to worse pain. The cause of adolescent or idiopathic scoliosis is not always apparent, or the same. Poor genetics and pre-existing conditions can leave patients predisposed to scoliosis. With the exception of the cause, adult degenerative scoliosis is very similar to idiopathic scoliosis.<\/p>\n

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What Causes Adult Degenerative Scoliosis?<\/h2>\n
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Notably, adult degenerative scoliosis has a much steadier build-up than other variants of the spinal condition. From an orthopedic perspective, this long-term development is important.<\/p>\n

Throughout life, the spine slowly but surely becomes worn down. This is especially true for people who lift excessively, and those who do not regularly stretch. Obesity and smoking are other lifestyle choices that may pose a greater risk to patients. The discs that are positioned throughout the vertebrae naturally degenerate over time, without the proper orthopedic care.<\/p>\n

During the degeneration process, one side of the spine may experience more wearing down than the other. As a result, the spine could lean more heavily to one side than the other. When this takes place, the spine tends to form a C shape, and the spine\u2019s range of motion<\/a> is decreased.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Symptoms of Adult Degenerative Scoliosis<\/h2>\n

The symptoms that one might feel as a result of adult degenerative scoliosis can vary by individual. However, the pain does not stem from the curved spine itself; rather, it comes from the inflamed area. The following symptoms are common for patients who suffer from this condition.<\/p>\n