“scoliosis”
i just got diagnosed with scoliosis, and my back hurts a lot when im sitting bending or dancing, will the scoliosis progress if i bend down a lot
Female | 18 years old
Conditions: scoliosis
9 Answers
I’m sorry to hear about your scoliosis diagnosis and the discomfort you’re feeling. To answer your question: bending a lot on its own won’t necessarily make scoliosis progress, but it can aggravate your symptoms, especially if you’re already in pain. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand:
Will Scoliosis Progress from Bending?
Scoliosis progression depends primarily on factors like:
Severity of the curve (measured in degrees).
Your age (progression is more common during growth spurts).
Muscular imbalances or weaknesses.
Activities like bending or dancing don’t directly worsen the curve, but repetitive motions, poor posture, or excessive strain can increase back pain and muscle fatigue.
Why Bending Hurts
With scoliosis, your spine curves abnormally, which causes uneven weight distribution.
Bending can strain your back muscles more, as they work harder to compensate for the spinal imbalance.
The pain could also come from inflammation in the spinal joints, muscle spasms, or nerve irritation.
How to Manage Scoliosis Pain
Core and Back Strengthening:
Strengthen your abdominal and back muscles to support your spine.
Exercises like planks, bird dogs, and gentle stretches may help (consult a physical therapist first).
Modify Movement Patterns:
When bending, try to hinge at the hips instead of rounding your spine. Keep your back as neutral as possible.
Avoid excessive twisting or over-stretching the lower back during dancing.
Improve Posture While Sitting:
Use a supportive chair with lumbar support or a cushion to help reduce pressure on your spine.
Take breaks to stand, stretch, and move.
Physical Therapy or Scoliosis-Specific Programs:
A physical therapist can provide exercises to manage pain and improve function.
Should You Avoid Dancing or Bending?
You don’t necessarily need to avoid these activities, but it’s essential to:
Modify movements to reduce strain.
Strengthen the muscles supporting your spine.
Listen to your body and rest when needed.
If your pain continues or worsens, or if you’re concerned about progression, consider seeing a scoliosis specialist. They can assess your curve, provide tailored advice, and possibly recommend treatments like bracing, physical therapy, or other interventions.
Will Scoliosis Progress from Bending?
Scoliosis progression depends primarily on factors like:
Severity of the curve (measured in degrees).
Your age (progression is more common during growth spurts).
Muscular imbalances or weaknesses.
Activities like bending or dancing don’t directly worsen the curve, but repetitive motions, poor posture, or excessive strain can increase back pain and muscle fatigue.
Why Bending Hurts
With scoliosis, your spine curves abnormally, which causes uneven weight distribution.
Bending can strain your back muscles more, as they work harder to compensate for the spinal imbalance.
The pain could also come from inflammation in the spinal joints, muscle spasms, or nerve irritation.
How to Manage Scoliosis Pain
Core and Back Strengthening:
Strengthen your abdominal and back muscles to support your spine.
Exercises like planks, bird dogs, and gentle stretches may help (consult a physical therapist first).
Modify Movement Patterns:
When bending, try to hinge at the hips instead of rounding your spine. Keep your back as neutral as possible.
Avoid excessive twisting or over-stretching the lower back during dancing.
Improve Posture While Sitting:
Use a supportive chair with lumbar support or a cushion to help reduce pressure on your spine.
Take breaks to stand, stretch, and move.
Physical Therapy or Scoliosis-Specific Programs:
A physical therapist can provide exercises to manage pain and improve function.
Should You Avoid Dancing or Bending?
You don’t necessarily need to avoid these activities, but it’s essential to:
Modify movements to reduce strain.
Strengthen the muscles supporting your spine.
Listen to your body and rest when needed.
If your pain continues or worsens, or if you’re concerned about progression, consider seeing a scoliosis specialist. They can assess your curve, provide tailored advice, and possibly recommend treatments like bracing, physical therapy, or other interventions.
Bending frequently or improperly with scoliosis can strain your back and exacerbate pain, but it doesn’t necessarily worsen the curve. However, activities that stress your spine excessively might contribute to progression. Consult your doctor or physiotherapist for tailored advice, core-strengthening exercises, and postural adjustments to manage pain and maintain spinal health.
Bending down frequently can exacerbate scoliosis pain. This is because it can increase the pressure on the spinal nerves and muscles. However, it's important to note that scoliosis progression isn't solely determined by bending down. Factors like genetics, growth, and overall physical health also play a role.
If you have scoliosis and are experiencing significant pain, it's essential to consult with a healthcare professional. They can provide a proper diagnosis, assess the severity of your scoliosis, and recommend appropriate treatment options.
If you have scoliosis and are experiencing significant pain, it's essential to consult with a healthcare professional. They can provide a proper diagnosis, assess the severity of your scoliosis, and recommend appropriate treatment options.
No, your scoliosis won't get worse from bending down. General exercise is the best long term solution for most scoliotic postures, find a PT near you.
Also, Usain Bolt has scoliosis and is one of, if not the, fastest runner in the world and doesn't seem to complain of pains, that can be you too; maybe not the fastest runner, but pain isn't required!
Also, Usain Bolt has scoliosis and is one of, if not the, fastest runner in the world and doesn't seem to complain of pains, that can be you too; maybe not the fastest runner, but pain isn't required!
The progression of scoliosis is not typically affected by your activity. Physical therapy can be very helpful for the back pain aspect of things, but depending on the degree of curvature in your spine, your orthopedic surgeon may have bracing or other recommendations.
Scoliosis progression can be attributed to poor posture. It is important to continue to continue to be active and do your daily activities, however, be mindful of your posture. Please see a PT in your area so you can get information and training on maintaining proper body posture.
Hi, no it will not progress due to bending repetitively. You should be working with a physical therapist to strengthen and stretch specific muscles in your spine and torso to help minimize pain. Message me at 903-751-5499 if you have any more questions.
Hello , Thank you so much for reaching out. Yes, scoliosis can definitely be painful. We can have one of our therapists perform a full assessment to see if Physical therapy can help alleviate your pain. Please feel free to call us at 516-829-0030 so we can schedule an appointment to have you evaluated by a physical therapist.
With proper core exercises and postural training, the scoliosis can be effectively managed and you can be pain free. However, if you do not see a physical therapist and get the appropriate care, it is possible that the scoliosis could get worse if untreated. Please feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any additional questions. Happy to help!
