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WEBMay 13, 2023 · Less common types of scoliosis may be caused by: Certain neuromuscular conditions, such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy. Birth defects affecting the development of the bones of the spine. Previous surgery on the chest wall as a baby. Injuries to or infections of the spine. Spinal cord irregularities.
Scoliosis: What It Is, Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment & Types
WEBJan 26, 2024 · Home / Health Library / Diseases & Conditions / Scoliosis is a side-to-side curve of your spine. This differs from your body’s natural front-to-back curve. It’s usually mild and doesn’t cause symptoms, but it can lead to back pain and abnormal posture. A healthcare provider most often diagnoses this condition during adolescence.
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WEBApr 1, 2024 · Back Pain Guide. Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments. Medically Reviewed by Jabeen Begum, MD on April 01, 2024. Written by Kathryn Whitbourne. What Is Scoliosis? Scoliosis Symptoms....
What Causes Scoliosis: At Birth, Teens, Into Adulthood - Verywell …
WEBAug 31, 2023 · What Causes Scoliosis: At Birth, Teens, Into Adulthood. Back & Neck Pain. Spinal Conditions. What Causes Scoliosis? A Closer Look at the Underlying Pathology in Children and Adults. By Heather Jones. Published on August 31, 2023. Medically reviewed by Josephine Hessert, DO. Print. Table of Contents. Causes in Children. Causes in Adults.
Scoliosis: Types, Causes, and Symptoms - Healthline
WEBJan 6, 2021 · Common causes, when they can be pinpointed, are: birth defects. neurological abnormalities. genetic conditions. What are the common types of scoliosis? The largest category of scoliosis is...
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WEBThis is most commonly due to muscle imbalance and/or weakness. Common neuromuscular conditions that can lead to scoliosis include cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and spinal cord injury. How serious is adolescent idiopathic scoliosis? Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is not life threatening, and most curves do not cause …
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WEBMore Info. Overview of Scoliosis. Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine. Everyone has normal curves in the spine, and when looked at from behind, the spine appears straight. However, children and teens with scoliosis have an …
Scoliosis | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBIn more than 80 percent of cases, the cause of scoliosis is unknown — a condition called idiopathic scoliosis. In other cases, scoliosis may develop as a result of degeneration of the spinal discs, as seen with arthritis, osteoporosis or as a hereditary condition that tends to run in families. What are the different types of scoliosis?
Scoliosis – Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
WEBScoliosis is an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. It is most often diagnosed in childhood or early adolescence. The spine's normal curves occur at the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions in the so-called “sagittal” plane. These natural curves position the head over the pelvis and work as shock absorbers to distribute mechanical stress during …
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WEBOverview. Scoliosis is the abnormal curvature of the spine. Normally, the spine runs in a straight line from the neck down the back. With scoliosis, however, the spine curves to the side. This can cause the spine to be shaped like a “C” or an “S.” Scoliosis can affect the upper (thoracic) and/or lower (lumbar) portions of the spine.
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