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Dd developing a hump what can we do

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Tigersonvaseline · 22/02/2022 15:41

Doctor has referred her before Xmas and we are still waiting to hear something.
On one side it looks like hers shoulder blade is massively sticking out.
Is there anything we can do?

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Yubaba · 22/02/2022 15:44

How old is she?
My daughter developed a hump and she was diagnosed with scoliosis when she was 14.

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Tigersonvaseline · 22/02/2022 15:46

14

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Mundra · 22/02/2022 15:46

Try and ensure she sits square to table/desk.
Don't let her sit with legs tucked underneath her on the sofa.
Backpack carried on both shoulders, not one.
Is she warm enough? I hunch terribly when cold, and it does affect posture, which I only correct because I'm so aware of it.

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MazzleDazzle · 22/02/2022 15:48

Osteopath?

Piglet80 · 22/02/2022 15:49

Amazon sell back straps to keep you in a good position.. quite a good idea really

Maflingo · 22/02/2022 15:52

If there are no other medical issues uncovered via the GP, then perhaps either yoga or Pilates would be useful to help with posture. Or something like dance/gymnastics (for fun rather than competitive) would also help improve strength and posture over time.

Lots of teens are spending more time than ever sitting at desks etc, they don’t don’t anywhere near as much PE in school as we used to when I was young.

Is it the same side she carried her bag? She may be overcompensating for the weight? If so, then she may need physio to help re-align - and to switch to a backpack or crossbody to take the weight off that shoulder.

But do follow up with GP as that does sound like it needs properly checking before embarking on change of physical activity.

Yubaba · 22/02/2022 15:53

14 is prime age for scoliosis, you can check yourself at home by doing an Adams test.
Basically you bend forward and dangling the arms down look at the back, if it twists instead of being straight it could be a sign of a curvature.

medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19465.htm

newcarnewhouse · 22/02/2022 15:53

Sounds like it could be scoliosis. She really needs an X-ray

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Tigersonvaseline · 22/02/2022 15:55

Yubaba thanks but if it is what then?
What can we we expect?
Can it ever be corrected? Does anything cause it?

Will she have to have physio.. where does it end ie her totally hunched over?

We are in limbo waiting and it seems to be getting worse

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PragmaticWench · 22/02/2022 15:55

Can you chase the referral with the hospital?

Bramshott · 22/02/2022 15:57

Scoliosis can be fixed with an operation - my friend has/had this and had some metal rods fixed around her spine I think.

Yubaba · 22/02/2022 16:01

It really depends on the curve as to how it’s treated, my DD had a double curve so it was an S shape and she needed surgery to correct it. Some kids wear a brace to correct it but it depends on the degree under 50° is generally a brace and over 50° Is generally surgery.
DD was diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis which means they don’t know the cause it just happens, but it’s much more common in girls than boys.

newcarnewhouse · 22/02/2022 16:02

It depends on the degree of the curve. My dd has it but only mild and they have just recommended Pilates/yoga gentle exercise. The surgeon told us it is usually the oldest girl in the family who develops scoliosis and at around the age of 14. If it is severe it can be corrected by surgery.

burnoutbabe · 22/02/2022 16:04

yes i had it and i just lived with it. It hasn't affected me in any way bar it looks unsightly in fitted clothes. So i tend to wear hoodies etc. (but mine is not the side to side one, but back to front)

Cas112 · 22/02/2022 16:19

If Scoliosis she will need surgery and metal rods depending on how severe

StringFellow · 22/02/2022 16:21

@Piglet80

Amazon sell back straps to keep you in a good position.. quite a good idea really
Do NOT do this in your daughter’s case without following medical guidance! Sure you wouldn’t but just in case…
SpiderinaWingMirror · 22/02/2022 16:29

Blimey, clearly don't turn to mumsnet for help and guidance.
2 friends of dds had this as teens. Both had braces that sorted it out.
I would either just hold fire until you are told what to do or get a private opinion.

BeyondMyWits · 22/02/2022 16:31

Could you afford a private physio? We have used one for dd (now19) she developed a hump around age 14. She is tall and did not want to appear so. She also spent the evenings laid down on the sofa hunched over her laptop watching YouTube.

6 physio sessions sorted her out. Only equipment we had to buy was a gym/balance ball. She had to be reminded often to stretch upwards.

She is now at uni amongst a load of students who are taller than her and the change in her posture is amazing!.

Mumsgirls · 22/02/2022 16:34

She needs to see a spinal surgeon ASAP.. Long wait on NHS , so would go private if you are able.T at least get a diagnosis. NOT a general orhopeadic surgeon, which will waste time. It is a specialised field.
My case was severe and needed major surgeries, but it all depends, if not severe, will be watch and wait. Personally would not waste time on anything else. If bad enough to be obvious would not delay. But you need to get seen.This can be life changing, but good results can be had. Good luck

newcarnewhouse · 22/02/2022 16:38

I agree about going private. The nhs waiting list is massive. I went private with a spinal surgeon initial appointment was about £300

Mumsgirls · 22/02/2022 16:41

NHS inform has some info on scoliosis, they sometimes use a full body brace if she has not finished growing.probably two years after periods start. This will stop the curve from getting worse. Wish you all the best and hope it is not serious.

MyNameIsAngelicaSchuyler · 22/02/2022 16:43

scoliosis is incredibly common. I come across people at work all the time with mild cases, most aren’t aware of it.

First stop GP, see if they want to refer her. I’d also look into accredited sports Physios in your area and book an appointment. It might just be tight muscles / trigger points pulling her off centre.

Nelliephant1 · 22/02/2022 16:46

I had a friend at school with scoliosis. She managed the surgery and cast really well and you'd never know now.

Either princess eugine or Beatrice had scoliosis and has spoken a lot so if you Google them it might help.

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Tigersonvaseline · 22/02/2022 16:51

Thanks everyone.
We have seen gp and got referred before Xmas but still waiting.
We have chased.

Not sure who we have been referred to ie spinal or orthopaedic.

She's been hunched up in her Room over lock down.im sure this has caused it or hasn't helped it.

I don't think it's s shape just one side.. shoulder blade.

I'm in delicate situation where I don't want her to think it's a massive deal and be self conscious but also she's not at all bother by it.
She of course can't see it!

I tried to get her to Pilates with me and it was like her world ending.she actually cried at the end of one session When she saw ten mins to goHmm

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tara66 · 22/02/2022 16:57

You know Princes Eugenie (Andrew's child) had this condition and operation.