There are many different types of scoliosis including idiopathic, congenital, adult or degenerative, and neuromuscular.
Normal spinal curves are either kyphotic or lordotic and are important to spinal balance and flexibility.
Scoliosis can be difficult to detect. Knowing what to look for is helpful. Listed are 5 physical characteristics associated with scoliosis.
For children especially, it can be frightening to learn they have scoliosis.
Spine specialists consider the scoliosis patient's age, number of growing years that remain, curve pattern and size, and likely rate of progression when developing a treatment plan.
Spine surgery to correct scoliosis today includes minimally invasive techniques that reduce scarring, blood loss during surgery, and post-operative pain. Learn why this surgical option may be right for certain types of spinal curves.
