Scoliosis - resources
Resources - scoliosisInformation
The following organizations are good resources for information on scoliosis:
Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an abnormal curving of the spine. Your spine is your backbone. It runs straight down your back. Everyone's spine naturally curves a b...

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- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons -- orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/scoliosis-frequently-asked-questions
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases -- www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/scoliosis
- Scoliosis Research Society -- www.srs.org/patients-and-families
- US National Library of Medicine, Medline Plus -- medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/adolescent-idiopathic-scoliosis/
- US National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus -- medlineplus.gov/scoliosis.html
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Abnormal curvature in the spine is known as scoliosis, and generally begins just at the onset of puberty and progresses during the period of rapid growth. Most junior high schools routinely screen for scoliosis because, if caught early, progressive spine curvature can be prevented. Scoliosis affects girls much more frequently than boys.
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Review Date: 1/1/2025
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