Introduction: Scoliosis
Scoliosis: Sideways curvature of the spine
Scoliosis: Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal disorder in which there is a sideways curvature of the spine, or backbone. The bones that make up the spine are called vertebrae. Some people who have scoliosis require treatment. Other people, who have milder curves, may only need to visit their doctor for periodic observation. 1
Researching symptoms of Scoliosis: Further information about the symptoms of Scoliosis is available including a list of symptoms of Scoliosis, other diseases that might have similar symptoms in differential diagnosis of Scoliosis, or alternatively return to research other symptoms in the symptom center.
Misdiagnosis and Scoliosis: Research more detailed information about misdiagnosis of Scoliosis, underlying causes of Scoliosis (possibly misdiagnosed), or research misdiagnosis of other diseases
Treatments for Scoliosis: Various information is available about treatments available for Scoliosis, current research about Scoliosis treatments, or research treatments for other diseases.
Causes of Scoliosis: Research more detailed information about the causes of Scoliosis, other possibly hidden causes of Scoliosis, or other general information about Scoliosis.
Statistics and Scoliosis:
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Footnotes:
1. excerpt from Questions and Answers about Scoliosis in Children and Adolescents: NIAMS
Last revision: June 12, 2003
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