3. Factors that Determine Treatment Options
There are several factors that will determine what treatment options will be suggested if a person is diagnosed with scoliosis. One factor is the sex of the individual. A female is more likely than a male to have scoliosis that will gradually become worse. The severity of the curve will also determine what treatment options are provided.
The larger the curve is the higher the risk of it becoming worse with time. In addition, an S-shaped curve is more likely to become worse with time. A C-shaped curve is less likely to get worse with time. The position of the curve will also determine what type of treatment a person may require. A curve that is in the center area of the spine is likely to get worse than the curve that is in the upper or lower section. Treatment will be determined by a doctor after looking at all of these factors.