How is Scoliosis Diagnosed?

We will conduct physical examination for scoliosis, clues include uneven shoulders, uneven waist, or leaning to one side. The diagnosis of scoliosis and the determination of the type of scoliosis are then made by an X-ray to evaluate the magnitude of the curve.

What are the symptoms of Scoliosis?

Scoliosis occurs at a painless condition. Someone with scoliosis may not feel any change in the spine but instead notice that their clothes don’t fit quite right or that their posture is not straight. In children, the parent or a teacher often notices an asymmetry. As a result, the shoulders and hips may be uneven, causing one shirtsleeve or pant leg to seem shorter than the other. However, the abnormal curvature and resulting rotation of the spine can result in pain coming from the uneven pressure or tension on associated muscles, joints or ligaments.