Scoliosis
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Scoliosis causes a sideways curve of your backbone, or spine. These curves are often S- or C-shaped. Scoliosis is most common in late childhood and the early teens, when children grow fast. Girls are more likely to have it than boys. It can run in families. Symptoms include leaning to one side and having uneven shoulders and hips.
Sometimes the curve is temporary. It might be due to muscle spasms, inflammation or having different leg lengths. A birth defect, tumor or another disease might cause the spine to have a curve that isn't temporary. People with mild scoliosis might only need checkups to see if the curve is getting worse. Others might need to wear a brace or have surgery.
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Scoliosis
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Symptoms of Scoliosis
spineuniverse.com — “The symptoms of scoliosis are not always easy to spot, and you may not notice the symptoms until the school nurse detects something. The signs and symptoms of scoliosis include a rib hump, uneven shoulder height, and back pain.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Treating Scoliosis
kidshealth.org — “Everyone's spine curves, but some kids have scoliosis, which causes the spine to curve too much. Most cases don't require treatment, but even when they do, kids can usually resume an active life after treatment.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Causes of Scoliosis
spineuniverse.com — “There are many different types of scoliosis including idiopathic, congenital, adult or degenerative, and neuromuscular.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Scoliosis Animation
spineuniverse.com — “An animation that clearly illustrates what scoliosis look like and how it affects the spine. See how surgeons measure the degree of scoliosis.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Can Adults Develop Scoliosis
spineuniverse.com — “Adolescent girls aren't the only people who have scoliosis. Adults can develop it, too. Adult scoliosis can actually cause significant back pain. But if you've tried non-surgical treatments and they don't work for you, should you have surgery?” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Scoliosis Correction at Chiropractic Maine
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What Causes Scoliosis? - Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
srs.org — “This is the website for the Scoliosis Research Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to education, research, and treatment of spinal deformity.” View full resource at srs.org
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Scoliosis Screenings at School
spineuniverse.com — “Scoliosis is best treated by a professional team, and the school nurse often is the first link in the identification and treatment of scoliosis. Here's what the nurse is looking for during a school screening for scoliosis.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Experimental treatment for scoliosis: stapling
sfgate.com — “Grace Rego's spine is curved so sharply that the "S" shape of it is obvious under the skin of her back. But you'd never know it to watch the 4-year-old clamber over a sofa or chase her little brother around the family's...” View full resource at sfgate.com
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Clinical Trials and Scoliosis
spineuniverse.com — “Current clinical trials treating scoliosis are featured.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Facts and Tips about Scoliosis
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Scoliosis Prevention and Relief
spineuniverse.com — “Scoliosis can be difficult to detect. Knowing what to look for is helpful. Listed are 5 physical characteristics associated with scoliosis.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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Video: Causes of Scoliosis
spineuniverse.com — “There are two main causes of adult scoliosis. Dr. Timothy Kuklo explains both of them so that you understand the differences in this helpful video.” View full resource at spineuniverse.com
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