What Causes Loss Of Balance While Having Scoliosis?

Posted on Thu, 29 Sep 2016

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Question : I have been told I have a little spinal curvture of the spine.
Lately I have been having trouble with my right foot it slips when walking takes a sec for it to walk again its like spam or something. I am wondering if should see a dr.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please Upload reports if available

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Symptoms in foot with abnormal spinal curvature needs evaluation by a neurologist for possibility of any nerve compression or cord injury.

You should visit to a neurologist for detailed clinical examination and investigation.

Is there any urinary complains or sensory loss?
Any reports or imaging available?
Please upload/attach them at the reports section so that I can take a detailed look .

Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.

Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (22 hours later)

You ask me if I had any uninary problems. I have severe constipation issues.
I also have problems staying on task. I am easily distracted. I have issues getting starting in the mornings.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get examined by a neurologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Get examined by a neurologist before getting investigation like xray or Mri.
Further treatment depends upon clinical features and investigation findings.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T