WHAT IS SCOLIOSIS

In Scoliosis, person’s backbone curves to one side. It can affect any part of the spine but most commonly it appears at the level of chest and the lower back. A person suffering from scoliosis can have a C- or S-shaped curve in the spine. Scoliosis is often found in children aged between 10-18 years old and mostly affects females.

Severe scoliosis is very disturbing condition affecting daily activities. Major causes of Scoliosis are hereditary factors, neuromuscular conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy, Birth defects during infant’s development and spine Injuries or infections.

People suffering from mild scoliosis don’t need surgery. For mild scoliosis, spine doctor recommends Physiotherapy and brace. Severe scoliosis needs surgical treatment. Most common type of scoliosis surgery is a Spinal Fusion. The main goal of scoliosis surgery is to reduce the severity of the spinal curve and to prevent complications.

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