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Degenerative scoliosis

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Dec 11, 2025 | Replies (28)

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Unfortunately, I don't think that HRT will stabilize a scoliosis curve. It may possibly prevent future bone loss or stabilize your density but it will do nothing for scoliosis. The only way I know of to address scoliosis is with the Schroth method of PT. It's not a magic bullet and won't reverse the issue but it might help to slow progression slightly. It is difficult to find practitioners and most of the ones I have found don't take insurance but you can book a few sessions to learn the exercises and do them daily on your own (about a 30 minute commitment). The exercises are geared towards stretching, lengthening and breathing into the spinal curve for expansion in the opposite direction of your curve.

I've been on HRT for 7 years now, starting at age 62 after the completion of my Forteo regimen. Along with nutrition, weight training, walking, dancing, etc, I've maintained the bone density gain from Forteo. My curve is still my curve though.

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Thanks so much for your reply! I'm glad you mentioned the Schroth method as I have my first appointment next week. I'm really looking forward to learning as much as possible from Schroth PT. I've also watched some YouTube videos and realize I need to improve my posture and body positioning.
Did you learn about how to improve your nutrition and to lift weights safely during Schroth PT or elsewhere?
Congratulations on starting HRT at 55 while you were still in the window of opportunity. It's wonderful that you have maintained your bone density for 7 years. Has your curve also remained stable over the years?