{"id":6871,"date":"2022-12-12T03:28:28","date_gmt":"2022-12-12T03:28:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scolicare.com\/us-clinic\/3-ways-idiopathic-scoliosis-can-impact-adolescents\/"},"modified":"2022-12-12T03:28:28","modified_gmt":"2022-12-12T03:28:28","slug":"3-ways-idiopathic-scoliosis-can-impact-adolescents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scolicare.com\/denver-colorado\/3-ways-idiopathic-scoliosis-can-impact-adolescents\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways Idiopathic Scoliosis Can Impact Adolescents"},"content":{"rendered":"
By Rosemary Marchese – Head of Education and Research, Physiotherapist\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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Adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis are often going to experience many physical changes, however it\u2019s the emotional challenges that can sometimes be forgotten. Remember, adolescents are not just \u2018mini adults\u2019 and therefore there needs to be a consideration of the fact that they are transitioning from childhood to adulthood. During childhood, they are more likely to accept direction from parents and medical professionals. During adolescence, they are finding their way toward a more independent life as they transition to adulthood, but they are not quite there yet and need guidance and support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, beyond the physical changes, what challenges might health professionals or parents\/carers face when supporting adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis?<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"1.\u00a0 <\/b>The Shock of the Diagnosis and Multiple Medical Appointments can be Stressful for Adolescents.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Remember that the adolescent was likely not expecting the diagnosis. Therefore it\u2019s important to remember that they may be feeling overwhelmed by the shock of the diagnosis, but this can also lead to many questions. These questions may or may not include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n