Problem: Article: If you notice any of the above-mentioned signs or symptoms, see your doctor and get in efforts to get a proper medical diagnosis. Your doctor will visually inspect your spine, then x-ray it in order to confirm scoliosis or perhaps another condition. A thorough scoliosis evaluation includes a full length, whole spine x-ray in order to visualize the curve and measure in degrees.  A standard exam used by most doctors and nurses to screen for scoliosis is called the Adam's Forward Bend Test — the person bends forward 90 degrees at the waist and the symmetry of their spine and shoulders is evaluated. The curve is measured on x-ray by the Cobb Method and a diagnosis of scoliosis is made if it's greater than 10 degrees.  An MRI or CT scan may also be recommended if there's concern about possible spinal cord compression or other abnormalities. Another type of doctor that is well trained in spinal problems and treatment are chiropractors. Your family doctor may not be as comfortable examining and diagnosing problems in your spine due to a lack of experience or training, so your chiropractor can be a good alternative. Chiropractors also conduct spinal exams, orthopedic tests and take full-spine x-rays before rendering a diagnosis.  In general, a scoliotic curve of the spine is only considered clinically significant if it's greater than about 25 to 30 degrees.  Chiropractic spinal adjustments and other related therapies (such as electronic muscle stimulation) can provide short-term relief to people with scoliosis, but it doesn't cure or resolve the problem. An orthopedic doctor is a bone and joint specialist who can also diagnose cases of adult scoliosis. Your family doctor may refer you to one who focuses more on spinal conditions if your scoliosis appears moderate-to-severe. More specifically, scoliotic curves exceeding 45 to 50 degrees are classified as severe and often require more aggressive treatment, such as surgical techniques.  Spinal surgery in adults is sometimes recommended when their curves are greater than 50 degrees and they have nerve damage that affects their legs, bowel and/or bladder.  Surgery can involve spinal decompression, fusion and/or the insertion of metal rods in order to straighten the spine. Ribs may also be removed to allow for easier breathing. Wearing spinal braces is only effective for kids with scoliosis who have not reached skeletal maturity. With adults, their spine has stopped growing, so bracing is ineffective.
Summary: Make an appointment with your family doctor. See your chiropractor for a spinal exam. Get a referral to an orthopedic doctor.

Problem: Article: If you want to get really traditional, pour the chocolate sauce on top of the chocolate ice cream, the strawberry sauce on top of strawberry, and the pineapple on top of the vanilla. Alternatively, you can pour chocolate sauce over each scoop of ice cream.  If you don't have any strawberry ice cream topping or syrup, you can use 2 tablespoons (25 grams) of diced strawberries instead.  If you don't have any pineapple ice cream topping or syrup, you can use 2 tablespoons (30 grams) of pineapple chunks instead. If you don't like pineapple, try 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of caramel syrup instead.
Summary: Drizzle the sauces and toppings on top of the ice cream.

Problem: Article: Starting a few days after surgery, elevate the leg with the ACL injury above the level of your heart. Elevation will help reduce your swelling. Using pillows to elevate your leg is fine, but don’t put the pillows directly under your knee; this can limit your range of motion. For the first few days or weeks after surgery, you may find that you need crutches in order to move around effectively. Don’t push yourself too hard: use the crutches if you need them. Once your dressing is removed, you can shower, but do not immerse your knee until your doctor says it’s okay to do so. Depending on your schedule and the kind of job you have, your time away from work or school will vary. In general, someone with a desk job may need only a couple of weeks off; people with more strenuous jobs will need months. Talk to your doctor about your specific circumstances, and make a plan. After surgery, you will likely have physical therapy (see below). For the first few months after surgery, do not do strenuous activity outside of this physical therapy. As always, check with your doctor about your particular circumstances and how much activity you can allow yourself. In general, you should not drive until you are no longer taking pain medication and no longer relying on crutches to get around. You should also have good control of your knee. Typically, this takes at least a week or two.
Summary:
Elevate your leg. Use crutches. Stick to showering. Discuss your return to work or school with your doctor. Avoid strenuous activity outside of physical therapy. Use caution when beginning to drive again.