Scoliosis of the Lumbar Spine
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Definition:
Abnormal lateral curvature of the vertebral column along the lumbar spine. Depending on the etiology, there may be one curve, or primary and secondary compensatory curves; scoliosis may be "fixed" as a result of muscle and/or bone deformity or "mobile" as a result of unequal muscle contraction.
Symptoms- Low back pain
- Fatigue
- Increased pain after standing or sitting prolonged period of time
- Hips can appear tilted
- Numbness in lower extremity
Causes- Degeneration
- Congential
- Arthritis
- Idiopathic
Treatment- ROM and stretching
- Core stabilization exercises
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Soft tissue massage
- Bracing
- Possible surgical intervention
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