“Does scoliosis affect life expectancy?”

It depends on the scoliosis. More severe curves can affect the function of your heart and lungs. Also painful scoliosis which limits you from a healthy active lifestyle can affect your life expectancy as well. The best choice is to see an expert in scoliosis who also does adult scoliosis surgery. The Scoliosis Research Society is an excellent source to find the appropriate specialist in your area.

Unless you have a severe scoliosis there is no change in life expectancy. If the scoliosis goes uncorrected and is severe, respiratory function would be compromised and life expectancy less. So maintain back/ pelvic exercises along with aerobic activities and you should be good. Good luck.

No. Scoliosis does not impact life expectancy. It can cause problems with back pain over time, so I always suggest being careful about posture, lifting, exercise, stretching, and the like. Make sure your work environment has good ergonomics.

Anatomically, scoliosis means a curvature of the spinal vertebral alignment - by itself, scoliosis is not life shortening. Scoliosis can be remedied without surgery or with surgery. Maintaining flexibility and resilience and muscle balances are essential. Focused physical therapy incorporating myofascial release and electrical stimulation helps. Laser surgeries can
help. Obtain expert multimodal care that focuses on restoration of flexibility and alignments - - minimize/avoid opioids for any pains - - stay fit, straight, and use supports.

Rex