Scoliosis is called the curvature of the spine. This problem has been quite relevant for several decades. Scoliosis of the thoracic spine of the first degree is usually still in childhood or adolescence. At the same time, it is desirable to begin to treat it. Because if therapy is neglected, in the future the condition will only worsen, and the symptoms will begin to manifest more strongly.
Symptoms of scoliosis of the thoracic spine of the first degree
The disease affects different parts of the spine. But the most "popular" are considered thoracic and lumbar. At the initial stage, the curvature is minimal, but this is already a serious problem - the pathological process was started.
Scoliosis is c- and s-shaped. The names are given on the basis of how the spinal column looks after the lesion. In most cases, at the first degree, the scoliosis of the thoracic spine is only c-shaped, right-sided and left-sided - depending on which direction the curvature is directed.
The main symptoms can be considered:
- marked deformation of the spine;
- pain in the back and shoulders;
- disturbance of the lungs and heart;
- displacement of the vertebrae around the vertical axis;
- violation of gait;
- depressed emotional state.
Treatment of scoliosis of the first degree of the thoracic spine
- Physiotherapy. The best therapy at the initial stage of the disease is sports. The best thing is for a special
a complex of exercises was selected by a specialist. But in extreme cases, and regular muscle warm-up will be useful. - Massage. It is recommended to combine it with gymnastic exercises.
- Swimming. To prevent the disease develop, you need to regularly swim .
- Manual therapy. Complex exercises at the first degree of scoliosis do not need to, but the lungs will come in handy.