Chances are you’ve been through the school nurse screening for scoliosis when you were in either elementary or middle school. The nurse would have you bend forward and touch your toes while he or she ...

The treatment of scoliosis depends on the type and severity of the spinal curve, the age of the patient, and the likelihood that the condition will worsen in the future. Image Credit: Africa Studio / ...

Scoliosis is a spinal condition that occurs when there is an abnormal curve of the spine. Often, scoliosis cases are mild and do not need extensive treatment, but there are very severe cases that ...

Scoliosis is a daunting prospect for any child. Orthopedic surgeon Joshua Speirs, MD, explains the complexities of scoliosis, from initial detection by a pediatrician through available treatment ...