Mild Scoliosis Went Untreated & Now Paying the Price

When I was a kid, I was diagnosed with mild scoliosis, but the specialist told my mom that treatment wasn’t necessary. I didn’t really understand what was going on back then—I just knew it wasn’t being treated, so I assumed it wasn’t a big deal.

Now, as an adult, I’m really feeling the effects. I have constant back pain, and my uneven waistline makes me incredibly insecure. I can’t help but feel frustrated that nothing was done when I was younger. From what I’ve read, early intervention could’ve made a difference, but instead, I’m left dealing with this on my own.

Has anyone else been through this? Is there any way to improve the pain or the unevenness as an adult? I’m open to suggestions, but I’m also just so angry this wasn’t taken more seriously when it could’ve been addressed.

I’ve been researching options as an adult—like chiropractic care, physical therapy, and posture exercises—but part of me feels angry that I even have to. This all feels so avoidable, and I can’t help but wonder how much better off I’d be if my scoliosis had been taken seriously when it was first diagnosed.

Has anyone else been in a similar situation? I’m curious if there’s hope for improving this now, or if I’m stuck with the insecurities and discomfort. Would love to hear what’s worked for others or even just to know I’m not alone in feeling this way.

Thanks for letting me vent—I’ve been holding this frustration in for so long and to be honest I am fucking infuriated.