How To Fix Scoliosis Naturally Using Intra Abdominal Pressure

Apr 25

What Is Intra-Abdominal Pressure

Intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) is the pressure inside the abdominal cavity that is created by the abdominal muscles, diaphragm, and other internal organs. IAP plays an important role in providing spinal stability and protecting the spine from excessive stress and strain. When IAP is increased, it can create a stabilising effect on the spine and decrease the risk of developing scoliosis or exacerbating an existing condition.

What Is Scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a condition characterised by abnormal curvature of the spine, which can be caused by a variety of factors including genetics, posture, and muscle imbalances. Research suggests that changes in IAP may contribute to the development and progression of scoliosis.

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How Does Intra-Abdominal Pressure Affect Scoliosis?

Studies have shown that individuals with scoliosis often have altered patterns of intra-abdominal pressure, which can affect the positioning and stability of the spine. For example, some research suggests that individuals with scoliosis have lower levels of IAP on the convex side of the curve, which can lead to decreased spinal stability and contribute to the progression of the curvature.

In addition, changes in IAP can affect the function of the deep abdominal muscles, which play an important role in spinal stability and postural control. Dysfunction of these muscles can contribute to imbalances and asymmetries in the spine, which can increase the risk of developing or worsening scoliosis.

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How Does Intra-Abdominal Pressure Apply To Functional Patterns?

Optimising intra-abdominal pressure through exercises that promote proper breathing techniques and activation of the deep abdominal muscles may help improve spinal stability and potentially prevent or alleviate scoliosis.

Unfortunately, in order to alter intra-abdominal pressure, an extremely specific technique is needed. Functional Patterns practitioners are trained to assess someone with scoliosis using their gait in order to identify pressure levels within the body. These internal pressures are then affected through targeted gait-based movements under extreme supervision.

Seeing a Functional Patterns practitioner is the best way to be able to utilise IAP in your journey to straighten your scoliosis naturally.