Early detection is important, as severe cases can cause back pain, impact heart and lung function and affect self-esteem.

Scoliosis, a spinal condition affecting an estimated 7 million people in the U.S., can lead to significant health issues if ...

While common, the cause of scoliosis is unknown for most patients, and many do not experience significant pain or discomfort initially. Dr. Fletcher noted that mild scoliosis often lacks symptoms ...

Is your posture giving you worries? It might be scoliosis. Here are key steps for maintaining a healthy spine.

Morgan Dart had a curved spine. A clumsy back brace for 10 months didn't help, but a seven-hour surgery did. Now, the Kearney ...

He stayed active despite a case of mild scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine, which did not hold him back from his athletic pursuits or dreaming of joining the United States Marine Corps ...

Most of the time, scoliosis is mild and doesn't require any type of treatment. People can live comfortably with these mild cases. However, moderate and severe cases may require treatment with a ...

Mild curves, like those found in 90% of scoliosis cases, typically don’t require treatment. If your child has this condition, your family doctor may recommend the wait-and-see approach.

Jennifer Jansen van Vuuren, the mom of 14-year-old Jinnelee who battles with scoliosis, asked the community for financial ...