Scoliosis
Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.)
Scoliosis
Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.)
Scoliosis
Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.)
Understanding Scoliosis and the AMIT Solution
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that measures more than 10 degrees on an X-ray. Curves under 10 degrees are considered postural asymmetry, not true scoliosis. The most common form, adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, appears between ages 10 and 18 and affects as many as 4 in 100 adolescents, according to the Scoliosis Research Society. "Idiopathic" means there is no single known cause.
How a curve is managed depends on the person's age, how much growing they have left, and the size of the curve. AMIT care focuses on the muscle imbalance, pain, and restricted rib and spine movement that often come with it.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that most often develops during the growth spurt before puberty. While many cases are mild, some may worsen over time, especially as the child continues to grow.
Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term complications. This is one of the AMIT's approach to spinal conditions , that we address by restoring proper muscle activation instead of relying on surgery.
On This Page:
Causes of Scoliosis
Symptoms of Scoliosis
How Scoliosis Is Measured
When Scoliosis Needs Monitoring, Bracing, or Surgery
Scoliosis in Adults
AMIT Explanation for Scoliosis
Causes of Scoliosis
Birth Defects: Congenital issues affecting the development of spinal bones.
Neuromuscular Conditions: Disorders like cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy that impact muscle control and movement.
Injuries or Infections: Trauma or infections that affect spinal health and alignment.
In most children and teens with scoliosis, though, no cause is found. These idiopathic cases make up the large majority, and about 30% of people with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis have some family history of it, which points to a genetic link.
Symptoms of Scoliosis
Uneven Shoulders: One shoulder blade may appear higher or more prominent than the other.
Uneven Waist: A visible imbalance in posture, often noticeable around the waist.
Difficulty Breathing: In severe cases, the spinal curve can impact the rib cage and reduce lung capacity.
Other signs parents often notice first: one hip higher than the other, clothes hanging unevenly, the body leaning to one side, or a hump on one side of the back when the child bends forward. Girls are more likely to have scoliosis than boys.
How Scoliosis Is Measured
Scoliosis is confirmed on a standing X-ray. The curve is measured in degrees using the Cobb method, which measures the angle between the most tilted vertebrae at the top and bottom of the curve. A straight spine measures 0 degrees, and anything over 10 degrees is scoliosis.
Screening often starts with a simple forward bend test, in which the child bends at the waist while the examiner looks for a rib or back hump on one side. The Scoliosis Research Society recommends screening girls twice, at ages 10 and 12, and boys once, at age 12 or 13, because idiopathic scoliosis is most often found during the growth spurt between 10 and 15.
When Scoliosis Needs Monitoring, Bracing, or Surgery
People with mild scoliosis may only need regular checkups to see whether the curve is getting worse. Others need a brace while they are still growing, and some need surgery. The Scoliosis Research Society notes that surgery is generally reserved for curves greater than 50 degrees in adolescents and adults.
The key period is growth. A curve is most likely to progress while a child is still growing, so a growing child with scoliosis should be followed by a physician who can track the curve on X-ray. AMIT care can be part of the plan for pain and mobility; it does not replace that monitoring.
Scoliosis in Adults
Adults with scoliosis usually fall into two groups: people whose curve began in childhood, and people who develop a new curve later in life as discs and joints wear unevenly. In both groups, the most common complaint is back pain and stiffness, often from muscles on one side working harder than those on the other. Back pain that keeps returning even after therapy is something we cover in why back pain keeps coming back after physical therapy. If pain travels down a leg, our page on lumbar disc herniation may also be relevant.
AMIT Explanation for Scoliosis
Scoliosis can stem from various causes, including congenital issues like the wedging of vertebral bodies, trauma, repetitive stress, or other anatomical defects. The Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) addresses the pain and dysfunction often associated with scoliosis by manipulating spinal and rib movement and reactivating inhibited muscles. This helps restore proper function and can alleviate the symptoms of scoliosis.
A first visit takes about 40 minutes. We look at posture, rib and spine movement, and hip and shoulder levels, then test the muscles of the trunk, hips, and shoulders individually to find the ones that are not engaging. Bring any recent X-rays with curve measurements so we can see where the curve stands. What to expect explains how to prepare, and the AMIT Method explains how muscle testing works.
Steps to Take If You Have Scoliosis
Consult a Certified AMIT Practitioner: Get a personalized evaluation of your condition.
Treatment and Rehabilitation: AMIT can provide relief by addressing imbalances and improving mobility.
If you or your child are experiencing symptoms of scoliosis, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinics in the Salt lake City Area today for effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique.
Scoliosis Care in Draper and Kaysville
AMIT Clinics sees children, teens, and adults with scoliosis at both Utah locations: Draper, at 12371 S 900 E Unit 101, and Kaysville, at 447 North 300 West Ste 5. The Kaysville clinic is close to Layton and Farmington. Many of our younger patients are athletes, and our youth sports injury prevention guide covers what parents can watch for during the school season.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scoliosis
What degree of curve is considered scoliosis?
More than 10 degrees on an X-ray, measured with the Cobb method. Curves between 0 and 10 degrees are considered postural asymmetry rather than true scoliosis.
What causes scoliosis?
In most children and teens, no single cause is found, which is called idiopathic scoliosis. Less common causes include problems with how the spinal bones formed before birth and neuromuscular conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy.
At what age does scoliosis usually appear?
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, the most common type, appears between ages 10 and 18 and is most often found during the growth spurt between 10 and 15.
Does scoliosis get worse?
It can, especially while a child is still growing. That is why growing children with scoliosis need regular checkups and X-rays. Many curves stay mild and only need monitoring.
When does scoliosis need surgery?
According to the Scoliosis Research Society, surgery is generally reserved for curves greater than 50 degrees in adolescents and adults. Smaller curves in growing children are often managed with monitoring or bracing.
Can adults have scoliosis?
Yes. Some adults have had a curve since childhood, and others develop one later as the discs and joints of the spine wear unevenly. Back pain and stiffness are the most common complaints.
Call 801.544.2355 to be seen.
Schedule an Appointment
Call: 801.544.2355
Or, use the link below to get started:
Understanding Scoliosis and the AMIT Solution
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that measures more than 10 degrees on an X-ray. Curves under 10 degrees are considered postural asymmetry, not true scoliosis. The most common form, adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, appears between ages 10 and 18 and affects as many as 4 in 100 adolescents, according to the Scoliosis Research Society. "Idiopathic" means there is no single known cause.
How a curve is managed depends on the person's age, how much growing they have left, and the size of the curve. AMIT care focuses on the muscle imbalance, pain, and restricted rib and spine movement that often come with it.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that most often develops during the growth spurt before puberty. While many cases are mild, some may worsen over time, especially as the child continues to grow.
Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term complications. This is one of the AMIT's approach to spinal conditions , that we address by restoring proper muscle activation instead of relying on surgery.
On This Page:
Causes of Scoliosis
Symptoms of Scoliosis
How Scoliosis Is Measured
When Scoliosis Needs Monitoring, Bracing, or Surgery
Scoliosis in Adults
AMIT Explanation for Scoliosis
Causes of Scoliosis
Birth Defects: Congenital issues affecting the development of spinal bones.
Neuromuscular Conditions: Disorders like cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy that impact muscle control and movement.
Injuries or Infections: Trauma or infections that affect spinal health and alignment.
In most children and teens with scoliosis, though, no cause is found. These idiopathic cases make up the large majority, and about 30% of people with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis have some family history of it, which points to a genetic link.
Symptoms of Scoliosis
Uneven Shoulders: One shoulder blade may appear higher or more prominent than the other.
Uneven Waist: A visible imbalance in posture, often noticeable around the waist.
Difficulty Breathing: In severe cases, the spinal curve can impact the rib cage and reduce lung capacity.
Other signs parents often notice first: one hip higher than the other, clothes hanging unevenly, the body leaning to one side, or a hump on one side of the back when the child bends forward. Girls are more likely to have scoliosis than boys.
How Scoliosis Is Measured
Scoliosis is confirmed on a standing X-ray. The curve is measured in degrees using the Cobb method, which measures the angle between the most tilted vertebrae at the top and bottom of the curve. A straight spine measures 0 degrees, and anything over 10 degrees is scoliosis.
Screening often starts with a simple forward bend test, in which the child bends at the waist while the examiner looks for a rib or back hump on one side. The Scoliosis Research Society recommends screening girls twice, at ages 10 and 12, and boys once, at age 12 or 13, because idiopathic scoliosis is most often found during the growth spurt between 10 and 15.
When Scoliosis Needs Monitoring, Bracing, or Surgery
People with mild scoliosis may only need regular checkups to see whether the curve is getting worse. Others need a brace while they are still growing, and some need surgery. The Scoliosis Research Society notes that surgery is generally reserved for curves greater than 50 degrees in adolescents and adults.
The key period is growth. A curve is most likely to progress while a child is still growing, so a growing child with scoliosis should be followed by a physician who can track the curve on X-ray. AMIT care can be part of the plan for pain and mobility; it does not replace that monitoring.
Scoliosis in Adults
Adults with scoliosis usually fall into two groups: people whose curve began in childhood, and people who develop a new curve later in life as discs and joints wear unevenly. In both groups, the most common complaint is back pain and stiffness, often from muscles on one side working harder than those on the other. Back pain that keeps returning even after therapy is something we cover in why back pain keeps coming back after physical therapy. If pain travels down a leg, our page on lumbar disc herniation may also be relevant.
AMIT Explanation for Scoliosis
Scoliosis can stem from various causes, including congenital issues like the wedging of vertebral bodies, trauma, repetitive stress, or other anatomical defects. The Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) addresses the pain and dysfunction often associated with scoliosis by manipulating spinal and rib movement and reactivating inhibited muscles. This helps restore proper function and can alleviate the symptoms of scoliosis.
A first visit takes about 40 minutes. We look at posture, rib and spine movement, and hip and shoulder levels, then test the muscles of the trunk, hips, and shoulders individually to find the ones that are not engaging. Bring any recent X-rays with curve measurements so we can see where the curve stands. What to expect explains how to prepare, and the AMIT Method explains how muscle testing works.
Steps to Take If You Have Scoliosis
Consult a Certified AMIT Practitioner: Get a personalized evaluation of your condition.
Treatment and Rehabilitation: AMIT can provide relief by addressing imbalances and improving mobility.
If you or your child are experiencing symptoms of scoliosis, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinics in the Salt lake City Area today for effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique.
Scoliosis Care in Draper and Kaysville
AMIT Clinics sees children, teens, and adults with scoliosis at both Utah locations: Draper, at 12371 S 900 E Unit 101, and Kaysville, at 447 North 300 West Ste 5. The Kaysville clinic is close to Layton and Farmington. Many of our younger patients are athletes, and our youth sports injury prevention guide covers what parents can watch for during the school season.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scoliosis
What degree of curve is considered scoliosis?
More than 10 degrees on an X-ray, measured with the Cobb method. Curves between 0 and 10 degrees are considered postural asymmetry rather than true scoliosis.
What causes scoliosis?
In most children and teens, no single cause is found, which is called idiopathic scoliosis. Less common causes include problems with how the spinal bones formed before birth and neuromuscular conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy.
At what age does scoliosis usually appear?
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, the most common type, appears between ages 10 and 18 and is most often found during the growth spurt between 10 and 15.
Does scoliosis get worse?
It can, especially while a child is still growing. That is why growing children with scoliosis need regular checkups and X-rays. Many curves stay mild and only need monitoring.
When does scoliosis need surgery?
According to the Scoliosis Research Society, surgery is generally reserved for curves greater than 50 degrees in adolescents and adults. Smaller curves in growing children are often managed with monitoring or bracing.
Can adults have scoliosis?
Yes. Some adults have had a curve since childhood, and others develop one later as the discs and joints of the spine wear unevenly. Back pain and stiffness are the most common complaints.
Call 801.544.2355 to be seen.
Schedule an Appointment
Call: 801.544.2355
Or, use the link below to get started:
Understanding Scoliosis and the AMIT Solution
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that measures more than 10 degrees on an X-ray. Curves under 10 degrees are considered postural asymmetry, not true scoliosis. The most common form, adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, appears between ages 10 and 18 and affects as many as 4 in 100 adolescents, according to the Scoliosis Research Society. "Idiopathic" means there is no single known cause.
How a curve is managed depends on the person's age, how much growing they have left, and the size of the curve. AMIT care focuses on the muscle imbalance, pain, and restricted rib and spine movement that often come with it.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that most often develops during the growth spurt before puberty. While many cases are mild, some may worsen over time, especially as the child continues to grow.
Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term complications. This is one of the AMIT's approach to spinal conditions , that we address by restoring proper muscle activation instead of relying on surgery.
On This Page:
Causes of Scoliosis
Symptoms of Scoliosis
How Scoliosis Is Measured
When Scoliosis Needs Monitoring, Bracing, or Surgery
Scoliosis in Adults
AMIT Explanation for Scoliosis
Causes of Scoliosis
Birth Defects: Congenital issues affecting the development of spinal bones.
Neuromuscular Conditions: Disorders like cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy that impact muscle control and movement.
Injuries or Infections: Trauma or infections that affect spinal health and alignment.
In most children and teens with scoliosis, though, no cause is found. These idiopathic cases make up the large majority, and about 30% of people with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis have some family history of it, which points to a genetic link.
Symptoms of Scoliosis
Uneven Shoulders: One shoulder blade may appear higher or more prominent than the other.
Uneven Waist: A visible imbalance in posture, often noticeable around the waist.
Difficulty Breathing: In severe cases, the spinal curve can impact the rib cage and reduce lung capacity.
Other signs parents often notice first: one hip higher than the other, clothes hanging unevenly, the body leaning to one side, or a hump on one side of the back when the child bends forward. Girls are more likely to have scoliosis than boys.
How Scoliosis Is Measured
Scoliosis is confirmed on a standing X-ray. The curve is measured in degrees using the Cobb method, which measures the angle between the most tilted vertebrae at the top and bottom of the curve. A straight spine measures 0 degrees, and anything over 10 degrees is scoliosis.
Screening often starts with a simple forward bend test, in which the child bends at the waist while the examiner looks for a rib or back hump on one side. The Scoliosis Research Society recommends screening girls twice, at ages 10 and 12, and boys once, at age 12 or 13, because idiopathic scoliosis is most often found during the growth spurt between 10 and 15.
When Scoliosis Needs Monitoring, Bracing, or Surgery
People with mild scoliosis may only need regular checkups to see whether the curve is getting worse. Others need a brace while they are still growing, and some need surgery. The Scoliosis Research Society notes that surgery is generally reserved for curves greater than 50 degrees in adolescents and adults.
The key period is growth. A curve is most likely to progress while a child is still growing, so a growing child with scoliosis should be followed by a physician who can track the curve on X-ray. AMIT care can be part of the plan for pain and mobility; it does not replace that monitoring.
Scoliosis in Adults
Adults with scoliosis usually fall into two groups: people whose curve began in childhood, and people who develop a new curve later in life as discs and joints wear unevenly. In both groups, the most common complaint is back pain and stiffness, often from muscles on one side working harder than those on the other. Back pain that keeps returning even after therapy is something we cover in why back pain keeps coming back after physical therapy. If pain travels down a leg, our page on lumbar disc herniation may also be relevant.
AMIT Explanation for Scoliosis
Scoliosis can stem from various causes, including congenital issues like the wedging of vertebral bodies, trauma, repetitive stress, or other anatomical defects. The Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) addresses the pain and dysfunction often associated with scoliosis by manipulating spinal and rib movement and reactivating inhibited muscles. This helps restore proper function and can alleviate the symptoms of scoliosis.
A first visit takes about 40 minutes. We look at posture, rib and spine movement, and hip and shoulder levels, then test the muscles of the trunk, hips, and shoulders individually to find the ones that are not engaging. Bring any recent X-rays with curve measurements so we can see where the curve stands. What to expect explains how to prepare, and the AMIT Method explains how muscle testing works.
Steps to Take If You Have Scoliosis
Consult a Certified AMIT Practitioner: Get a personalized evaluation of your condition.
Treatment and Rehabilitation: AMIT can provide relief by addressing imbalances and improving mobility.
If you or your child are experiencing symptoms of scoliosis, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinics in the Salt lake City Area today for effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique.
Scoliosis Care in Draper and Kaysville
AMIT Clinics sees children, teens, and adults with scoliosis at both Utah locations: Draper, at 12371 S 900 E Unit 101, and Kaysville, at 447 North 300 West Ste 5. The Kaysville clinic is close to Layton and Farmington. Many of our younger patients are athletes, and our youth sports injury prevention guide covers what parents can watch for during the school season.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scoliosis
What degree of curve is considered scoliosis?
More than 10 degrees on an X-ray, measured with the Cobb method. Curves between 0 and 10 degrees are considered postural asymmetry rather than true scoliosis.
What causes scoliosis?
In most children and teens, no single cause is found, which is called idiopathic scoliosis. Less common causes include problems with how the spinal bones formed before birth and neuromuscular conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy.
At what age does scoliosis usually appear?
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, the most common type, appears between ages 10 and 18 and is most often found during the growth spurt between 10 and 15.
Does scoliosis get worse?
It can, especially while a child is still growing. That is why growing children with scoliosis need regular checkups and X-rays. Many curves stay mild and only need monitoring.
When does scoliosis need surgery?
According to the Scoliosis Research Society, surgery is generally reserved for curves greater than 50 degrees in adolescents and adults. Smaller curves in growing children are often managed with monitoring or bracing.
Can adults have scoliosis?
Yes. Some adults have had a curve since childhood, and others develop one later as the discs and joints of the spine wear unevenly. Back pain and stiffness are the most common complaints.
Call 801.544.2355 to be seen.
Schedule an Appointment
Call: 801.544.2355
Or, use the link below to get started: