While patients diagnosed usually don’t need to make drastic changes to their lifestyle as their condition does not interfere with their routine. Unfortunately, some patients may suffer from pain and discomfort caused by severe spinal curvature. In these cases, scoliosis physiotherapy management may be required to relieve the pain and discomfort.
Can Scoliosis cause rib pain and lung function?
When patients, especially children are diagnosed with scoliosis, many parents can’t help but worry about how the condition will affect the lives of their children as they grow up. Although it is not an urgent concern, they immediately investigate ideal scoliosis physiotherapy and treatment plans for children or loved ones. Depending on the shape of the curvature, scoliosis does not usually interfere with the normal functions of the body. However, there are also cases, where the severity of the curvature can interfere with the function of the organs near the spine, especially the lungs. Patients with thoracic scoliosis are likely to experience rib and shoulder pain. This is because the curve is located near the rib cage and any deformity in this area can ultimately affect the movement of the lungs.
According to some specialists, severe scoliosis may cause restriction to the lungs, but it does not usually decrease its function unless the curvature reaches 80-90%. Other studies have noted detectable shortness of breath in spinal curvature reaching 50 degrees or higher. If you’re experiencing either rib pain or shortness of breath, it’s recommended that you visit the best physiotherapist in Dubai so you can receive treatment as soon as possible.
Aside from shortness of breath, patients may also experience muscle stiffness, spasms, or discomfort in the back and chest. Patients may seek back pain treatment Dubai in addition to their current treatment program.
Whether you’re suffering from pain or other medical conditions resulting from scoliosis, our physiotherapists at Noralign Functional Rehabilitation Center can work one-on-one with you
to provide treatments tailored to your individual needs, including scoliosis correction.
We have physiotherapists who will develop a program for scoliosis treatment, which includes exercises, supervising your activities, keeping you motivated to recover faster, and answering questions throughout your therapy.