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. […]
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2-4% of adolescents will develop Scoliosis Scoliosis is a condition where the spine develops abnormal side to side curves. These curves have to exceed 10 degrees measured using a cobb angle and they have to exhibit rotation typically greatest at the apical vertebra. About 4% of adolescents will develop scoliosis with about 70% of those […]
