Adult Degenerative Spinal deformity

What is Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity?

Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity is a health condition where the bony vertebral column is aligned abnormally. Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity is generally caused by age-related wear and tear of the back, it may also be caused by an injury or complication from past surgeries. The deformity occurs when joints and discs weaken over time and are not able to support the spine’s normal posture.

What is Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity?

What are the causes of Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity?

As a part of the natural aging process, bones undergo degenerative changes. When the condition of joints deteriorates, arthritis can develop and it can lead to shifting of the spinal column sideways. Apart from that, Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity causes might include –

Normal vertebral alignment can be lost due to arthritis from degenerative discs and facet joints, which in turn can lead to Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity.

Osteoporosis and vertebral compression fractures.

The leading cause of Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity is complications from previous spine surgery.

What are the signs and symptoms of Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity?

Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity is more of a progression of disease manifested with mild to moderate to severe symptoms.

Pain or stiffness in the mid-to-lower back is the primary symptom, but all patients might not experience pain. Pain is originated from pinched nerves if any and not by curvature.

Numbness of weakness in the legs or feet.

In severe cases, Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity can cause shooting pain in the leg, which may cause inability to stand and walk.

Difficulty standing straight and even lying flat.

How is the diagnosis of Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity?

For diagnosis of Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity, the healthcare Specialists in Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Orthopedics will carry out an examination based on symptoms, checking muscles and nerves all over the body. X-Ray, Computer Tomography (CT) scan, and MRI will be carried out for detailed examination and establish the diagnosis. In some cases Myelogram is recommended, it is a kind of x-ray with contrast dye being injected into the spinal canal and then recording images formed by the dye.

What Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity treatments are available?

The treatment of Adult Degenerative Spinal Deformity is determined by the severity of the symptoms rather than the size of the curve. Typical healthcare providers start the treatment with pain management, physical therapy, and non-surgical options. The deformity is not treated if the curvature and symptoms are mild, in severe cases a complex spinal surgery is recommended.

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