Scoliosis is a front view spinal curve that may result in Spinal decay, pain as well as heart and lung dysfunction. Uneven shoulders and hips may indicate scoliosis .
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Scoliosis is a disease of the spine where, for various and sometimes unknown reasons, the spine starts to curve sideways. A mild case of scoliosis can impair the body’s ability to exercise to the best of its ability; this can be of great concern to martial artists, dancers, gymnasts, and other athletes who want to achieve their maximum potential. If it worsens, scoliosis can cause cosmetic deformities; this is often accompanied by psychological, emotional, and social problems. Young people with scoliosis can be more prone to depression and alcohol abuse because of their condition. The key to preventing this lies in awareness and early detection. As with any disease, whether the flu or a case of cancer, earlier detection equals superior long-term outcomes.
Scoliosis tends to arise between the ages on 9 and 13.
It is very important to have your child screened for scoliosis during this time!
How do you know if your child has scoliosis? The most common method is the Adam’s Forward Bending Test; in this test the child bends forward at the waist with the back visible, and the parent observes the back for signs of asymmetry. Other signs may include:
Dresses or shirts hangs unevenly on the back
The shoulders may appear unlevel
One rib or shoulder blade may stick at more on one side
Scoliosis tends to affect female more then males. If you are concerned that your son or daughter might have scoliosis, it is important to bring them into a scoliosis specialist for an evaluation right away. If left untreated, scoliosis can require surgery. By being aware of the danger of scoliosis, you can ensure that your son or daughter always stays “ahead of the curve”
The word doctor means a teacher. Not only Dr. J was great in helping to maximize the body’s health, he also educated about chiropractic, nutrition, and natural remedies. I had the honor of working with him and realized how hard-working, compassionate, and a great adjuster he is.
Dr Hartley has been maintaining my spine for several years ….keeping me healthy without the use of drugs. He has helped me over come pain from sciatica, injurys due to an auto accident as well as the many times my back had given out for no apparent reason. He is extremely knowledgeable and can give you answers to all your questions and concerns without hesitation which is always right on target…Not only is he an amazing healer but he is also well versed in nutrition and can help guide you to live a healthier lifestyle.
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I saw Dr Hartley during the last trimester of my recent pregnancy and it made a huge difference the comfort level of my hips and lower back. I was able to walk further for exercise and sleep much better. They have a great adjustment table that has a drop-down center with plenty of room for a big pregnant belly which made getting adjusted very easy. We have also been taking our newborn son, now 9 weeks old, to see Dr Hartley for a number of reasons. He had a slight case of torticollis (a tightening of a muscle on one side of the neck that pulls their head to that side and usually requires months of physical therapy to correct) and some digestive issues that I had noticed- predominantly, episodes of throwing up large volumes of breastmilk, some times several times per week, that was atypical and struggling to have bowel movements and pass gas- also very atypical of breastfed newborns. Within one adjustment, I noticed a change In our son’s ability to easily have a bowel movement and after taking him every few days for about two weeks, the torticollis has almost completely resolved. We are extremely pleased with the care we have received and would recommend Dr Hartley to anyone. He even squeezed me in for a quick adjustment after he worked on my son one day when my upper back was giving me trouble. His staff is also an absolute pleasure to deal with!
Our family has had the pleasure of having Dr. Hartley as our chiropractor for several years. He has helped us with back pain, neck/shoulder pain and posture issues. He is very pleasant and really cares about the total well-being of his patients. We have learned a great deal from Dr. Hartley. We are lucky to have him in St. Augustine!
I have been under the care of Hartley Chiropractic since 1996 when Dr. Hartley opened his practice in St. Augustine. My experience with Hartley Chiropractic has been one of receiving continuing beneficial care not only in chiropractic but also in education of nutrition and recent research regarding holistic health to help me make informed and wise decisions regarding diet, exercise, and natural ways of living a healthy life. I would highly recommend Dr. Hartley for anyone who is interested in living a optimal health life style through chiropractic and nutrition.
I have seen chiropractors in the past, but never with the results that I’ve gotten with this practice. I began seeing Dr. Hartley at the beginning of my third pregnancy, and cannot say enough about his knowledge and attentiveness to finding the root cause of symptoms. Within two visits, he pinpointed an issue that several doctors and blood work could not give an answer for (without my even asking him). I am 34 weeks along now, and am thrilled to report that this is my first pregnancy with significantly less (almost zero) migraines, vein problems, and even preterm labor. Looking forward to birthing with a local midwife in town (referred by Dr. J also) and adding our newborn to his appointment schedule. He is also great with kids. My son (4) and daughter (2) have gone all cold season without needing to see a doctor other than Dr. J. We have always tried to treat things naturally, but since birth, my son has gone from a runny nose to bronchitis and pneumonia almost immediately. We haven’t gotten away from colds entirely, but with adjustments and Dr. J’s suggestions on natural treatments, we’ve made it through this winter with nothing more than a runny nose/cough. He also suggested I keep track of my son’s diet to see if certain foods could be a potential cause to his respiratory issues. My kids love going to the “piropractor” and fight over who gets to go first at each adjustment. Thank you, Hartley Chiropractic!
Scoliosis is associated with pain, although it commonly may be. Even in patients without pain, heart and lung function is often compromised. According to the National Scoliosis Foundation, scoliosis is even associated with reduced life expectancy. On average, due to strain on the heart and reduced amount of oxygen supplied to the body. Scoliosis is also associated with headaches, shortness of breath, digestive problems, chronic disease and hip, knee and leg pain.
At Hartley Chiropractic we find that the sooner a scoliosis can begin can begin correction the better the results will be. It is never to late to start and it is never to early. Medical standards of care dictate ”observation only” until a curve reaches 20-25 degrees some form of brace is generally recommended. If you have reached or are nearing a 40-50 degree curve it is likely that surgery has been discussed with you and /or recommended.