Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a lateral deviation of the spine accompanied by a rotation of the vertebrae. Subtle in its early stages, it gradually changes posture, the balance of the shoulders and the alignment of the pelvis. At the clinic of Dr. Hamza Beghdadi, chiropractor, the assessment of scoliosis rests on objective postural measurements and on the CBP technique, an approach focused on spinal alignment. Understanding the mechanical cause before acting: that's what guides a care plan suited to your spine. spinal alignment qui s’accompagne d’une rotation des vertèbres. Discrète à ses débuts, elle modifie peu à peu la posture, l’équilibre des épaules et l’alignement du bassin. À la clinique du Dr Hamza Beghdadi, chiropraticien, l’évaluation de la scoliose repose sur des mesures posturales objectives et sur la technique CBP, une approche axée sur l’alignement vertébral. Comprendre la cause mécanique avant d’agir : voilà ce qui oriente un plan de soins adapté à votre colonne.
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A complete assessment precedes every care plan. Dr. Beghdadi, chiropractor, sees you in Roxboro or Villeray.
Why Consult Dr. Hamza Beghdadi, Chiropractor, for Your Scoliosis
Several chiropractors in Montreal assess scoliosis. Here's what characterizes Dr. Beghdadi's practice:
- Training in the CBP technique (Chiropractic BioPhysics®), grounded in objective postural measurements rather than a subjective reading. CBP (Chiropractic BioPhysics®), grounded in objective postural measurements rather than a subjective reading.
- Doctor of Chiropractic from UQTR (2013) and more than ten years of practice.
- Dual scientific background: a bachelor's degree in biochemistry and a Doctor of Chiropractic.
- Complete assessment at the first visit: case history, orthopaedic and neurological tests, postural analysis and X-rays if warranted.
- Member of the Ordre des chiropraticiens du Québec (OCQ), the Association chiropratique du Québec, and the Canadian Chiropractic Association.
- Two clinics in Montreal: Roxboro, in the West Island, and Villeray.
Understanding why you should see a chiropractor pour une scoliose change la prise en charge : l’objectif n’est pas seulement de soulager, mais d’agir surl’évolution et la correction de la courbure
The CBP Technique and Spinal Alignment: The Postural Angle
. Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP) est une technique chiropratique qui combine l’ajustement, les exercices posturaux et les tractions vertébrales. Elle s’appuie sur des mesures objectives de l’alignement vertébral et vise la restauration progressive des courbures physiologiques de la colonne. Dans une scoliose, où la déviation et la rotation des vertèbres modifient la répartition des charges, cet angle postural devient la cible du soin. C’est cette logique qui structure la correction posturale en clinique, notamment par le principe Mirror Image® propre à la méthode.
Scoliosis is more than a curve on an X-ray: it's a mechanical imbalance of the whole spine.
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What Is Scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformation of the spine: the lateral deviation is accompanied by a twisting of the vertebrae and a change in the curves. We speak of scoliosis when the curve exceeds ten degrees measured by the Cobb angle. Below that, we speak instead of a scoliotic attitude, a reducible postural asymmetry. The chiropractic assessment seeks to distinguish the two and to identify the mechanical cause before proposing a care plan.
The Signs of Scoliosis to Watch For
Certain visible signs, often spotted by a loved one, warrant an assessment:
- One shoulder higher than the other.
- A shoulder blade more prominent on one side.
- An asymmetrical waist crease.
- A tilted hip or pelvis.
- An arm that hangs farther from the body on one side.
- A bump in the back visible when the person bends forward.
These asymmetries aren't always painful. Their presence, especially during growth, deserves careful screening for uneven shoulders and pelvic balance.
Symptoms and Consequences of Untreated Scoliosis
Many mild scolioses remain silent. When the curve progresses, it can cause back pain, muscle tension on one side of the spine and postural fatigue. Over time, unmonitored scoliosis promotes joint wear and disc degeneration, sometimes to the point of irritating the nerve roots. When this irritation follows the path of the nerve, it can resemble sciatica. Documenting the progression of the curve makes it possible to act on the postural component before these consequences set in. douleur au dos, des tensions musculaires d’un côté de la colonne et une fatigue posturale. Avec le temps, une scoliose non suivie favorise l’usure articulaire et la dégénérescence des disques, parfois jusqu’à irriter les racines nerveuses. Quand cette irritation suit le trajet du nerf, elle peut ressembler à une sciatique. Documenter l’évolution de la courbure permet d’agir sur la composante posturale avant que ces conséquences s’installent.
The Different Types of Scoliosis
Scoliosis is classified by its location on the spine and by its degree. This distinction guides the assessment and the care plan, because a thoracic curve and a lumbar curve don't strain posture in the same way.
Lumbar, Thoracic and Cervical Scoliosis
. scoliose lombaire touche le bas du dos et influence l’équilibre du bassin. La scoliose thoracique, ou dorsale, concerne la cage thoracique et se traduit souvent par une saillie d’une omoplate. Une scoliose dorso-lombaire combine les deux régions. La scoliose cervicale, plus rare, modifie la courbure du cou et la position de la tête. Chaque type modifie l’alignement vertébral à sa façon, ce qui justifie une analyse posturale propre à votre colonne.
Mild, Moderate or Progressive Scoliosis
The degree of the curve is measured by the Cobb angle. A mild scoliosis presents a modest curve, often monitored over time. A moderate to more pronounced scoliosis calls for closer follow-up. Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, the most common, can progress during growth; in adults, a de novo scoliosis will also increase with the degeneration linked to aging. The progressive nature of a curve is confirmed by comparing measurements taken at different times. scoliose légère présente une courbure modeste, souvent surveillée dans le temps. Une scoliose modérée à plus marquée demande un suivi plus serré. La scoliose idiopathique de l’adolescent, la plus fréquente, peut évoluer pendant la croissance ; chez l’adulte, une scoliose de novo va aussi s’accentuer avec la dégénérescence liée au vieillissement Le caractère évolutif d’une courbe se confirme en comparant des mesures prises à des moments différents.
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Causes and Risk Factors of Scoliosis
Scoliosis rarely results from a single cause. In most cases, its origin remains idiopathic, that is, with no specific identified cause, but several factors influence its onset and progression.
Idiopathic, Postural and Degenerative Scoliosis
Idiopathic scoliosis appears mainly during growth, with a frequent hereditary component. The postural component, for its part, sustains the imbalance: a prolonged asymmetrical posture changes how loads are distributed across the vertebrae. In older adults, degenerative scoliosis stems from disc wear and osteoarthritis, sometimes associated with a herniated disc. Identifying the postural and mechanical share of the curve is the purpose of the chiropractic assessment. hernie discale. Identifier la part posturale et mécanique de la courbure est l’objet de l’évaluation chiropratique.
Have Your Scoliosis Assessed by a Chiropractor
A curve is corrected better when caught sooner rather than later. A precise postural workup guides the right decisions.
Our Chiropractic Approach to Scoliosis
The conservative approach is the first line for most non-surgical scolioses. What makes the difference is the quality of the assessment and the coherence of the plan, which tackles the postural cause rather than the symptoms alone.
Targeting the mechanical cause, not just the pain: that's what makes the benefits last.
The Chiropractic Assessment: Postural Examination, Tests and Imaging
The first visit is a complete consultation that rests on objective measurements and includes several steps:
- Case history: past history, growth, postural and occupational habits.
- Standing postural analysis, identifying asymmetries with the scoliometer.
- Orthopaedic and neurological tests: range of motion, strength and sensitivity.
- Palpation of the spine and pelvis.
- X-ray, if the clinical examination warrants it, to measure the Cobb angle.
For the visual postural analysis, athletic clothing without metal or plastic makes the landmarks easier to identify. The full process is detailed on the your first visit page your first visit.
Chiropractic Diagnosis and Phased Care Plan
This assessment leads to a clear chiropractic diagnosis, presented at the second visit. During this meeting, the chiropractor shows you what's causing your condition, explains its impact on your posture and presents his recommendations. The CBP care plan follows named phases, intensive, corrective and stabilization, each with its own goals. The chiropractic adjustment, tractions and corrective exercises, guided by the Mirror Image® principle, aim to improve spinal alignment. A personalized estimate is provided to you after the assessment.
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A structured discussion, with no commitment. Bring your questions; we build the plan together.
Slowing the Progression Day to Day
Your everyday habits support the work done at the clinic and help preserve spinal alignment:
- Adopt a neutral posture at work: screen at eye level, back supported, feet flat.
- Avoid prolonged fixed positions and take regular active breaks.
- Strengthen the core with physical activity suited to your condition.
- Take care of your sleep position and the choice of pillow and mattress to respect the curves.
- Watch for the first signs of asymmetry, especially in a growing child.
To go further on these habits, see our articles on posture.
Book an Appointment in Roxboro or Villeray
Two clinics in Montreal, the same standard of postural assessment. Choose according to your area.
Roxboro Clinic — West Island
10400 boulevard Gouin Ouest, Roxboro, QC H8Y 1W4. Phone: 514-683-3476. This clinic serves the West Island: Pierrefonds, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Kirkland, Pointe-Claire, Sainte-Geneviève, Ville Saint-Laurent and western Laval, Chomedey, Sainte-Dorothée, Laval-sur-le-Lac.
Villeray Clinic — Montreal
1100 boulevard Crémazie Est, suite 210, Montréal, QC H2P 2X2. Phone: 514-742-7777. This clinic serves Villeray, Parc-Extension, Ahuntsic, Rosemont and Saint-Michel, Mont-Royal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Scoliosis
Can chiropractic care correct scoliosis?
Chiropractic care aims to slow the progression of the curve and to correct the postural deviations as much as possible. The CBP approach targets the imbalances of spinal alignment and the postural component, which can help reduce the associated discomfort.
At what age should you seek care for scoliosis?
Scoliosis can appear during growth, especially in adolescence, but it also affects adults. As soon as an asymmetry of the shoulders or pelvis is noticed, a chiropractic assessment is appropriate, at any age. Early screening helps track the progression of the curve and delivers far better results.
Is scoliosis always painful?
No. Many mild scolioses remain painless and go unnoticed for a long time. Back pain appears mainly when the curve progresses or is accompanied by muscle tension and joint wear. The absence of pain doesn't mean the absence of a postural imbalance to watch.
Can scoliosis get worse with age?
Yes, some scolioses progress, especially during growth or later with disc degeneration and osteoarthritis. In adults, degenerative scoliosis can increase the lumbar curve. Regular monitoring of spinal alignment makes it possible to document the progression and adjust the care plan.
Are chiropractic adjustments safe with scoliosis?
Adjustments performed by a chiropractor are safe when the prior assessment confirms they're indicated. The orthopaedic and neurological tests and, if needed, the X-ray make it possible to rule out contraindications before any care. The plan is tailored to the type and degree of the scoliosis.
Is an X-ray necessary to assess scoliosis?
Absolutely. Taking an X-ray is a crucial part of monitoring and caring for scoliosis. The postural examination and the scoliometer guide the assessment first, then a radiographic series makes it possible to measure the Cobb angle and refine the scoliotic workup. This objective measurement serves as a reference for tracking the curve over time.
Take the First Step With a Chiropractic Assessment
Scoliosis that progresses isn't inevitable. A clear diagnosis, a structured plan, targeted follow-up: that's the sequence that matters.