Whole Health Chiropractic: Blog

Scoliosis occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Scoliosis is an abnormality that occurs when the spine becomes rotated and curved sideways. It’s important to understand that this condition doesn’t develop because you wear a heavy book bag or sleep in a weird position, it’s genetic, but the good news is that mild cases don’t require surgery to treat. Fortunately, our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic can suggest alternative treatment methods. Physical Therapy – When it comes to scoliosis, there is a physical therapy exercise that is tailored to meet the needs of a patient. At Whole Health Chiropractic, our doctors will tailor different exercises to meet your individual needs.  Chiropractic Adjustments – Our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic have experience with treating scoliosis patients. Therefore, all chiropractic adjustments performed in our office our safe. Before performing a chiropractic adjustment you will need to visit us for a consultation to det...

Scoliosis screenings are a regular part of pediatric care at Whole Health Chiropractic in Nampa. A curvature of the spine which results in uneven shoulders and gait, scoliosis is sometimes associated with breathing difficulties and muscle strain. It occurs most often in preteen girls, but any child or adolescent can develop it. If scoliosis is not already suspected, screening for it begins with the patient bending down so Dr. Oberti can observe any abnormalities in the angle of the torso. He will also be able to check for unevenness in the pelvis and the levels of the shoulders. The observation isn’t just done by eyeballing; a tool called a scoliometer is placed on the back to provide an objective measurement of curvature. If there is a reason to suspect scoliosis, x-rays are taken to provide the doctor with a better means of detection. Dr. Oberti will also try to find the cause of the patient’s scoliosis. Some problems can be ameliorated through electrical stimulation therapies and ad...