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What happens when scoliosis goes untreated?

If scoliosis goes untreated, it can cause the curvature of the spine to worsen over time, leading to more severe symptoms and potentially affecting the person’s ability to perform daily activities. Untreated scoliosis can cause a variety of symptoms,...

How Is Scoliosis Diagnosed

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Manual The most common adolescent screening method has been to manually assess the curvature of the spine while the patient bends over to touch toes. This method can miss up to 30% of cases. MRI Similar to X-rays but without the radiation, MRIs provide detailed images...