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Dextroscoliosis Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with dextroscoliosis? Then you may be looking at possible treatments at affordable prices. You will soon realize that there are many surgeries and treatments to choose from and it is not always easy to know which method is best for you. If you have a child that has been diagnosed then you are probably even more worried about the devastating effects this condition may have on your child's development not to mention all the possible treatments you have to choose from. Start with the basics and equip yourself with as much information as you can to ensure that you make the right choice. For those who are not sure or do not know dextroscoliosis is a condition that causes a lateral and rotational curvature and deformity of the spine with the convexity on the right side. It can be classified as idiopathic or as vertebral anomalies present at birth, having developed as a secondary symptom from another condition such as cerebral palsy or spinal muscular atrophy. The symptoms of dextroscoliosis can include uneven musculature on the right side of the spine, pain, a prominent shoulder blade, uneven levels of hips and shoulders, asymmetric location or size of breasts in females and an unequal distance between arms and body. The cause of this condition is poorly understood. Many causes have been identified but none have reached consensus among researchers and scientists. It may be caused by a congenital vertebral anomaly present at birth, by an underlying anomaly such as a tethered spinal cord or most often the cause is unknown or idiopathic. It does not come from slouching, sleeping on an old mattress or sitting in awkward positions. Patients that are believed to have dextroscoliosis will undergo a physical examination to determine an underlying cause of the deformity. During this examination they will assess your skin for café au lait spots indicative of neurofibromatosis, your feet for cavovarus deformity, abdominal reflexes and your muscle tone for spasticity. X-rays will be taken to determine the diagnosis, the patient's gait will be assessed and tests will be done for signs of any other abnormalities. A thorough neurological examination will also be performed. This all should be done to ensure that you are correctly diagnosed. Now that you or a loved one have been diagnosed with dextroscoliosis you will have to start looking for possible treatments and surgeries. This is where the Scoliosis Specialists come in. Visit their website immediately to see what they can offer you at www.scoliosisspecialists.com. They offer you a unique SpineCor Corrective Scoliosis Brace that is a progressive correction of Idiopathic Scoliosis from 15 degree Cobb angels and above. It is the only brace that preserves your natural growth and daily living. They will provide you with a full clinical and radiological examination to classify the type you have and fit you with a SpineCor brace. To ensure optimal care they will work along with your chiropractor, surgeon or other healthcare providers. Feel free to contact them today to start the caring process. |
