Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal disorder characterized by an abnormal curve of the spine. The curvature of the spine can be in a variety of directions. Scoliosis is most common during growth spurts in childhood, and can be temporary.
Fast Facts:
1. Often runs in family
2. Cause is unknown
3. Affects 10% of teens to some degree
4. Can be mild to severe
5. Affects 2% of the population
6. Curve can range in severity
7. Curve resembles an 'S' or 'C' shape
8. More common in girls
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Scoliosis, please consult your doctor.

Types of Scoliosis

Idiopathic Scoliosis: The spinal curvature is due to an unknown cause.
Congenital Scoliosis: This form of scoliosis is the result of a malformation of the spine which occurs during pregnancy.
Neuromuscular Scoliosis: Scoliosis is present as a result of the inability to support one's trunk due to a neuromuscular disease such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy.
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Scoliosis Discussion and Blogs
- NSF Forums: Message Board
- MSN Groups: Scoliosis Message Board Support Group
- DailyStrength: Scoliosis Support Community
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- I have scoliosis, so I walk kinda hunched and lopsided without knowing. Just practiced walking correctly, it kinda hurt. T_T
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- THA CHIROPRACTER MAN SAID I GOT SCOLIOSIS YAL...BUT MY GRANDMA HAD MULTIPLE SCOLIOSIS...IDK IF IM SAYN THAT RTE...BUT IM WEIRDED OUT..
- @tweetingrobbyn I love chiropractors... They are the only thing that helps my neck from 2 childhood accidents & my scoliosis.=)
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