Scoliosis stopping me from exercising...

NicolaAnne1994
NicolaAnne1994 Posts: 9
in Fitness and Exercise
Hello,

I have been diagnosed with mild scoliosis which has caused me to develop sciatica and I want to exercise aka jog etc but I cant as I am in soo much pain.

Anyone else suffer with this ?

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  • beachgod
    beachgod Posts: 567 Member
    Can't help you with the scoliosis but I had sciatica and it was horrible. I went to a physical therapist and had decompression treatment and it took care of it although I have twinges every now and then. That may be worth checking into. Sciatica will not go away on its own.

    http://www.spine-health.com/treatment/chiropractic/spinal-decompression-back-pain-relief-patients-advice-part-i
  • mccindy72
    mccindy72 Posts: 7,001 Member
    Hello,

    I have been diagnosed with mild scoliosis which has caused me to develop sciatica and I want to exercise aka jog etc but I cant as I am in soo much pain.

    Anyone else suffer with this ?

    there are many different wayso to exercise. Jogging can be very harmful if you have any kind of back or joint problem. Stick to no impact exercises like the elliptical or the arc trainer. I have had back problems for years, but fitness has been a lifelong part of my life. No impact is definitely the way to go. Swimming is a another consideration, as is biking. Check with a reputable physical therapist to get some sound advice.
  • rejectuf
    rejectuf Posts: 487 Member
    Get to a physical therapist and stress that exercising is a goal. They will help you with your sciatica and help suggest exercises.

    I have scoliosis and what took care of back pain was weight lifting and strength training. The stronger your back is, the better. But you can't start strength training until you know how to it safely as recommended by a professional.
  • NicolaAnne1994
    NicolaAnne1994 Posts: 9
    Hello, I guess I could try swimming although I'm not a very strong swimmer! And I dont own a bike :(
  • NicolaAnne1994
    NicolaAnne1994 Posts: 9
    I am seeing a specialist physiotherapist on Friday! :) So I guess I will just to have to wait till then!
  • MadeInDR022
    MadeInDR022 Posts: 260
    I have sciatica...I limit my time on the treadmill, but go on the elliptical like there's no tomorrow
  • jenilla1
    jenilla1 Posts: 11,118 Member
    I am seeing a specialist physiotherapist on Friday! :) So I guess I will just to have to wait till then!

    Perfect! Good luck to you! :flowerforyou:
  • NicolaAnne1994
    NicolaAnne1994 Posts: 9
    Awww thank you :flowerforyou: I am a bit worried because I have got to see a surgeon too....:ohwell: :cry:
  • NicolaAnne1994
    NicolaAnne1994 Posts: 9
    Mine hurts or seems to get worse when I walk/run :(
  • Sunbrooke
    Sunbrooke Posts: 632 Member
    My mom had surgery on her back to correct he scoliosis. She gets massages and says that working out helps. You just have to be careful and do the exercises that your physical therapist recommends. I have scoliosis so I'm careful not to do anything that could throw off my symmetry. Even carrying a heavy purse can start a chain reaction.
  • Spacegirlley
    Spacegirlley Posts: 80 Member
    I have scoliosis, sciatica and small fractures in my lower spine... I know from experience how hard it is to find exercises that work for you. I agree with many of the previous posts though, swimming and cross trainer are my two favourite. Low impact and easy movements. Walking and an exercise bike are my close runner ups.

    I have found that you just need to take it easy, and when it hurts, stop. As time goes by, so long as you stick at it, your back should get stronger, allowing you to do more.
  • NicolaAnne1994
    NicolaAnne1994 Posts: 9
    It hurts all the time though *sigh* and its only meant to be mild! Hate to imagine what it would be like if it wasnt mild! Thanks for all the input though!
  • Spacegirlley
    Spacegirlley Posts: 80 Member
    I find I am in pain all the time as well, but there are levels of pain for me. When the pain is on the lower end of the threshold I keep going. When I start to get that stabbing pain like a metal stake being driven into my heel or my back tightens up it feels like it's going to turn itself inside out, I know I have gone too far. Work with your Dr and/or specialist to find what works for you.

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