What is Scoliosis?

Description of the disease:

Scoliosis is a condition characterized by lateral and rotational curvature of the spine. It most often develops in childhood, but can also occur in adulthood.

Classification:

• By age of onset: juvenile, adolescent, adult
• By degree of curvature: mild, moderate, severe

Symptoms:

Symptoms of scoliosis may include uneven shoulders, uneven shoulder blades, back fatigue, back pain, limited mobility, and chest deformity.

Causes:

Causes of scoliosis may be genetic, neuromuscular disorders, spinal development disorders, trauma, pathological processes.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis of scoliosis is performed through a doctor's examination, X-ray, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging.

Treatment:

Treatment of scoliosis may include physical therapy, wearing a brace, massage, therapeutic exercises. In severe cases, surgical intervention may be required.

Prevention:

Prevention of scoliosis includes maintaining proper posture, regular physical exercises, wearing a backpack on both shoulders, weight control.

Doctor:

Diagnosis and treatment of scoliosis are performed by an orthopedic surgeon.