A chiropractor is working with a patient who has scoliosis, a condition that causes a curvature of the spine. The patient, who was diagnosed at 13 years old, experiences pain and aesthetic concerns related to the curvature. The chiropractor conducts a physical examination, including checking the patient's range of motion and leg length, and identifies the areas of the spine that are affected by the scoliosis. The chiropractor then performs a series of adjustments, including rib drops, to help correct the curvature and alleviate the patient's symptoms. The patient reports feeling some discomfort during the adjustments but notes improvements in their posture and breathing. The chiropractor also recommends exercises to strengthen the muscles and maintain the corrections made during the session.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The patient was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 13.
2. The patient did not experience any pain from scoliosis while growing up.
3. As the patient got older, they experienced more pain, which was alleviated by exercise.
4. The patient's main concern is the aesthetics of their scoliosis, particularly the symmetry of their body.
5. The patient has a noticeable rib cage asymmetry, with one side protruding more than the other.
6. The patient has never had chiropractic care before.
7. The chiropractor used a model spine to demonstrate the patient's scoliosis.
8. The patient's right leg is slightly shorter than their left leg.
9. The patient's hips are level.
10. The chiropractor performed a series of adjustments, including drops on the patient's rib cage.
11. The patient felt a big movement during the adjustment, which was followed by some soreness.
12. The chiropractor used a massager to relax the patient's muscles after the adjustment.
13. The patient reported feeling some relief after the adjustment, including easier breathing.
14. The chiropractor recommended strengthening exercises to help the patient maintain the correction.