Scoliosis
Scoliosis means that the spine curves from side to side rather than being straight down the back. The spine is made of bones called vertebrae that normally stack one on top of the other in a straight line. The bones in the upper back are called thoracic vertebrae. This is the most common site for scoliosis. The bones in the lower back are called lumbar vertebrae. Scoliosis occurs less often in the lumbar vertebrae.
Scoliosis develops gradually. Scoliosis is usually noticed just before or during puberty when a child goes through a growth spurt. Females get scoliosis more often than males. Often parents do not notice the gradual changes caused by scoliosis. The curvature is usually discovered by a health care provider. Occasionally, scoliosis is diagnosed during infancy and is treated sooner.
| Service Name | Appointment |
|---|---|
| Adult Neurosurgery - Spine Surgery Program | 734-936-7010 |
