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Scoliosis

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Orthopaedics/Musculoskeletal

Pre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)

Vertebrae;Spine

Muscular system;Skeletal system

Conditions and diseases

Caregivers Adult (19+)

2018-01-19T05:00:00Z

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<p>Scoliosis is a sideways curvature in the spine. This curve can lead to changes in your child's shoulders, ribcage, pelvis, waist and the overall shape of their back. Find information about the diagnosis and treatment of scoliosis and what to expect at home after surgery, and for the long-term.</p><br> <div class="asset-video"> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PLjJtOP3StIuUsRcFCSKL0KIVYNv6Le2lu" frameborder="0"></iframe><br></div><p>Above is video playlist featuring teens and families discussing their experiences with scoliosis surgery. To view other AboutKidsHealth videos, please visit the AboutKidsHealth YouTube channel.please visit the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/Aboutkidshealth">AboutKidsHealth YouTube channel</a>.</p>

<div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h2 class="panel-title">About scoliosis</h2></div><div class="panel-body list-group" style="display:none;"><p>Learn what scoliosis means for your teen's health. Learn what causes scoliosis and what the condition looks like. Also get a better understanding of some of the emotional issues your teen might face if they have scoliosis. </p></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2006&language=English">About scoliosis</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2009&language=English">What does scoliosis look like?</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2010&language=English">Scoliosis and emotional issues</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2046&language=English">Scoliosis resources</a></li></ol></div><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h2 class="panel-title">Diagnosis of scoliosis</h2></div><div class="panel-body list-group" style="display:none;"><p>Find information about the different tests used to diagnose scoliosis. These tests include a physical exam, X-rays, CT scan and MRI. Also learn about the various health care team members who will care for your teen during and after diagnosis.</p></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2013&language=English">Understanding diagnosis</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2014&language=English">The physical exam</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2015&language=English">X-rays</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2016&language=English">Computed tomography (CT) scan</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2017&language=English">Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2018&language=English">The health-care team</a></li></ol></div><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h2 class="panel-title">Treatment of scoliosis with bracing</h2></div><div class="panel-body list-group" style="display:none;"><p>Learn when a spinal brace (spinal orthosis) is used to treat scoliosis. Also learn about the different types of braces that are used, how they are made and how you would wear them. </p></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=974&language=English">Scoliosis: Treatment with a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=975&language=English">Thoracic-lumbo-sacral orthosis (TLSO)</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=970&language=English">Milwaukee brace (cervical-thoracic-lumbo-sacral orthosis)</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=973&language=English">Spinal brace (orthosis) after thoracoplasty surgery</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=3973&language=English">Scoliosis: Caring for a spinal brace (orthosis)</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=1118&language=English">Spinal brace (orthosis): Daily wear schedule</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=1119&language=English">Undershirts for a spinal brace (spinal orthosis)</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=3974&language=English">Scoliosis: Treatment with a body cast</a></li></ol></div><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h2 class="panel-title">Treatment of scoliosis with surgery</h2></div><div class="panel-body list-group" style="display:none;"><p>Find information and resources about the pros and cons of surgery, and whether surgery is right for your teen. Learn what will happen before, during and immediately after surgery. Also find the answers to some frequently asked questions.</p></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2019&language=English">Treatment</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2020&language=English">What happens if scoliosis is not treated?</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2024&language=English">Surgery in boys</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2025&language=English">Helping your teen decide about surgery</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2036&language=English">FAQs for surgeons</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2037&language=English">Helping your teen cope</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=1265&language=English">Informed consent</a></li><li><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h3>Risk of surgery</h3></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2021&language=English">Immediate risks of surgery</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2022&language=English">Pros of having or not having surgery</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2023&language=English">Cons of having or not having surgery</a></li></ol></li><li><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h3>Preparing for surgery</h3></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2026&language=English">Getting ready for scoliosis surgery</a></li></ol></li><li><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h3>During surgery</h3></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2030&language=English">During scoliosis surgery</a></li></ol></li><li><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h3>After surgery</h3></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2031&language=English">After adolescent idiopathic scoliosis surgery </a></li></ol></li></ol></div><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h2 class="panel-title">At home</h2></div><div class="panel-body list-group" style="display:none;"><p>Learn what will happen once your teen is home after the surgery. Find resources about recovery, pain management, your teen’s return to regular activities and the need for clinic visits. Also find information about some of the complications which you should watch for.</p></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2038&language=English">At home</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2039&language=English">Recovering from surgery</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=1652&language=English">Pain management</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2040&language=English">Returning to regular activities</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2041&language=English">Clinic visits</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2042&language=English">Complications to watch for</a></li></ol></div><div class="panel panel-primary"><div class="panel-heading clickable"> <span class="pull-right panel-heading-collapsable-icon"><i class="mdi mdi-chevron-down"></i></span> <h2 class="panel-title">Looking ahead</h2></div><div class="panel-body list-group" style="display:none;"><p>Learn about some of the long-term issues for teens who have chosen to have surgery for their scoliosis, and also for teens who decided not to have surgery. Also find information about some of the research that is going on to help make scoliosis treatment better in the future.</p></div><ol class="list-group" style="display:none;"><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2043&language=English">Looking ahead</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2044&language=English">What to expect in adulthood</a></li><li class="list-group-item"> <a class="overview-links" href="/Article?contentid=2045&language=English">The future of scoliosis</a></li></ol></div>

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