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Scoliosis of the hips

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Topic: Scoliosis of the hips

Posted By: Ask a PT
Subject: Scoliosis of the hips
Date Posted: Jun 15 2011 at 8:31am

Our user asked: "I recently went to the Chiro and he took some xrays of my hips and they were tilted. As for them being tilted I've known about that for about 6 years now and I've been to 4 different PT's and 1 Chiro about this problem. The only thing that has helped with this problem is the Physical Therapist that I had while I was in the Army. I landed to hard on an Airborne Training operation and it messed my hips and back up. He basically pulled on my shorter leg and it popped everything from my back to my hip back in place. He continued to do this 4 or 5 more times over a 3 year period after other jumps. I was wondering if there was a term for this and if it is a good method to use in the case that I have."

Ask a PT Response: "It sounds like he may have done a grade V mobilization (manipulation) at your hip joint. Yes, this method could prove effective in your case given your occupation and history. Incorporating strengthening, stabilization training, somatosensory/proprioceptive training, stretching, manual therapy and postural/functional training into your treatment plan may assist with long term lasting results as well."

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Posted By: sandradavis
Date Posted: Feb 08 2012 at 10:16pm

Lifting weights and strengthening your muscles is a good start. Also, massage therapy has been proven to be very successful in helping alleviate the problems caused from scoliosis. I've read case studies where people with severe scoliosis actually gain a couple of inches in height after a massage session. Basically what will happen is that they'll stimulate the weaker muscles and relax and loosen the tighter muscles which will help you regain balance and over time will help reduce any pain or tightness associated with the problem.

Hope this will help you!!