Scoliosis is a side-to-side curvature of the spine that measures over 10 degrees and exhibits rotation, typically worse at the apex of the curve. The most common type of Scoliosis is termed idiopathic, meaning, of unknown cause. Idiopathic scoliosis will affect about 2-4% of children in the US with the large majority occurring in females. […]
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Scoliosis is a side-to-side curvature of the spine measured with a Cobb angle greater than 10 degrees and includes vertebral rotation. It can appear in infants, juveniles, adolescents, and even develop later in adulthood. In fact, scoliosis is more common in adults than children. Adult-onset scoliosis, specifically DeNovo Degenerative Scoliosis, is often painful and progressive. […]