Scoliosis
Bone, Muscle & Joint Conditions
FACTS:
- Scoliosis is a curve in the spine.
- One shoulder may be higher than the other or one hip higher than the other, affecting sitting or walking.
- Scoliosis can be caused by rickets, a spinal defect of unknown causes.
- This condition affects more girls than boys.
- People who have scoliosis need treatment by a doctor. Severe scoliosis can affect the ability to breathe or walk easily and can cause pain in daily activities.
TREATMENT:
- Scoliosis is best treated when a young person’s body is still growing and can respond to treatments, such as physical therapy to keep muscles flexible and strong, lifts on a shoe, or a body brace.
- Severe cases may require surgery.
