Scheuermann's disease - Back pain - Dr Gert Ferreira - Chiropractor in Centurion
Scheuermann's disease is also known as Vertebral Epiphysitis. This is a disorder of calcification of vertebral epiphysis characterized by notching and wedging of the vertebral bodies. Diagnosis is usually made by x-rays.
Scheuermann's disease - Dr Gert Ferreira - Chiropractor in Pretoria
Scheuermann's disease is actually very common, it affects 0.4-8.3% of the population. Normally it occurs in teenagers between the age 13-17, and it affects males more than females..
Usually this condition is picked up when a child is brought in by the parent concerning with poor posture. There might be dull, achy, intermittent mid-back pain that is relieved by rest.
Scheuermann's disease - Dr Gert Ferreira - Chiropractor in Centurion
Treatment:
A chiropractor can definitely treat this type of pain by doing the following:
- Spinal manipulation therapy
- soft tissue therapy that includes accupuncture, massage, fascia release and kinesiology taping.
- Home care -ICE therapy, stretching and a short term use of anti-inflammation medication.
- Core stability training.
- Postural advice
Prognosis of Scheuermann's disease, this condition is usually benign and self-limiting. Patients normally responds well to multidisciplinary approach including spinal manipulation and massage and strengthening. Long term complications can include chronic lower back pain.
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Regards
Dr Gert Ferreira
Chiropractor
