Physical Therapy for Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition that describes a sideways curvature of the spine. It is often diagnosed in childhood or early adolescence.  Depending on the severity, this curvature can cause back pain, cosmetic issues such as a hip being higher than the other, and even breathing difficulty. 

While the underlying cause is not always clear, the symptoms of scoliosis can be markedly helped through physical therapy, especially when caught early. Physical therapy can help retain your body to function better with your particular alignment issues. It can also help you improve your range-of-motion and increase strength in the areas of your body that may have weakened due to your misalignment. 

While every physical therapy program will be different and tailored to your specific needs there are some common components to a successful course of therapy. These include:

• Physical exercises to improve strength 
• Manipulation 
• Electrical stimulation to reduce pain and stiffness 
• Heat and ice therapy 
• And finally, Massage therapy to relieve tension

Physical therapy can also be used in conjunction with more aggressive treatments to augment them and increase success.  Proper treatment early may help prevent worsening of the curve and decrease the risk of other health complications. 

The experienced team here at Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy provides therapy for scoliosis.  To learn more about our therapy options and how we treat scoliosis, give us a call today and get started with a consultation. Let us help you get out of pain!

Reddy Care Great Neck (Great Neck Physical Therapy): 516-829-0030
Reddy Care Farmingdale (Farmingdale Physical Therapy): 516-420-2900
North Shore Towers: 718-224-8480
In-Home Physical & Occupational Therapy (Home Care): 516-829-0030
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Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.