Scoliosis Treatment

  Understanding and Treating Scoliosis Scoliosis is a common condition. It means your spine has a side-to-side curve. This curve can look like an "S" or a "C" shape. It is more than just bad posture. It is a twisting of the backbone. For many people, scoliosis is mild. It may not cause big problems. For others, the curve can get worse. This can lead to pain or other health issues. Scoliosis often appears in kids. It shows up during their growth spurts. This is usually just before puberty. Doctors call this "adolescent idiopathic scoliosis." This means the cause is not known. Girls are more likely to have curves that get worse. Boys can get it too. Sometimes, scoliosis runs in families. Adults can also have scoliosis. Some adults had it as kids. Their curve might get worse over time. Other adults develop it later in life. This is often due to aging. Wear and tear on the spine can cause it. Understanding scoliosis is the first step. Then, you can find the r...