What is Scoliosis?

Learn information about the medical disorder that affects many teens today.

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Do you know what scoliosis is? Do you know anyone that has scoliosis? Do you have scoliosis? Do you know what a scoliosis brace is? Are you interested in learning more about scoliosis? If you've answered "yes" to any of these questions, or if you just want to learn about scoliosis, this website is for you.

An Overview

Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine that occurs most often during a patient's growth spurt, usually right before puberty. A spine with scoliosis usually has a few different curves that even out to form an “S” shape, and the patient’s spine is also usually rotated. While most cases are mild and unnoticeable, some cases can be severe enough to require a scoliosis brace. There are different types of scoliosis braces, but most look similar to the following:

Quick Stats

2-3%

of the world population is affected by scoliosis according to the Spine Correction Center

10-15

years of age is the primary onset of scoliosis according to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons

20%

of cases of spinal conditions in the U.S. are scoliosis according to the Scoliosis Reduction Center