Have You Tried Rolfing To Treat Scoliosis?
You might be surprised to learn that most people have some degree of scoliosis. Scoliosis is defined as:
- A lateral spinal curvature greater than ten degrees.
- Forward rounding of the upper back, as seen in screening with forward bending.
- An increase in the lumbar lordosis.
Most scoliosis patients have an “S” curve – two lateral and opposite curves in the spine that make the scoliosis less obvious. “C” scoliosis is uncompensated and often the curvature is more obvious.
While some scoliosis has a clear cause; (cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy), idiopathic scoliosis is most common; that is, the cause is not known.
Girls who are 10-15 years old are most at risk for developing scoliosis. During these years of rapid growth, scoliosis screening should be performed annually. For those who have the problem, periodic spinal x-rays are important to make sure the curvature is not progressing.
Traditional therapies for scoliosis include Schroth therapy (corrective exercise), bracing and surgical interventions. Read More
Big Bag Syndrome – Pocketbooks and the Healthy Spine
Women today often carry a lot of weight on their shoulders. Pocketbooks and shoulder bags are often large and stuffed to the gills. Laptops, water bottles, cosmetics, spare shoes and snacks are just some of the items that overload women’s handbags. What happens when we shoulder too many burdens in a big bag?
If you are carrying a heavy bag on one shoulder or hand, it may be putting a strain on your neck, back and shoulders. Our bodies were not designed for carrying heavy weights with one arm or shoulder. The burden of the weight is on the top of the shoulder, compressing the spine and throwing us off balance.
Carrying a heavy bag can lead to neck, shoulder or back pain. Additionally, while the body is developing, and throughout life, carrying a large, asymmetrical load can reinforce structural problems including scoliosis and kyphosis.
This article explores the impact of Big Bag Syndrome and how you can avoid it.
Big bag syndrome can affect your structure in many ways:
What can you do to avoid Big Bag Syndrome?
By David Frome • Good Posture, Physical Therapy • • Tags: alignment, big bag syndrome, healthy spine, Heavy shoulder bags, pocketbooks, posture, scoliosis, shoulder bags