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  • Spotting Scoliosis


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    Questions and Answers about Scoliosis in Children and Adolescents
    Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal disorder in which there is a sideways curvature of the spine, or backbone. The bones that make up the spine are called vertebrae. Some people who have scoliosis require ... Details >
    National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health
    Scoliosis Can Be Treated
    General information about scoliosis written for kids. This article describes what scoliosis is, how a person is tested for the condition and talks about some of the ways scoliosis is treated.... Details >
    Nemours Foundation
    Scoliosis Glossary of Medical Terms
    Online definitions of scientific and medical terms frequently used in association with this musculoskeletal disorder. ... Details >
    Scoliosis Research Society
    Scoliosis Patient Information
    This site provides answers to questions most commonly asked by patients affected by this musculoskeletal disorder and the general public. ... Details >
    Scoliosis Research Society
    Organizations
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    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health
    National Scoliosis Foundation
    Scoliosis Association, Inc.
    Scoliosis Research Society
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    Database Updated: Wednesday, November 17, 2004