If you have spent any time searching for information about scoliosis and surgery, you have almost certainly encountered the same number: 40 to 50 degrees. That is the Cobb angle, measured on a standing X-ray, that most sources cite as the threshold at which scoliosis surgery is typically recommended. It is a real and meaningfulContinue reading “At What Cobb Angle Does Scoliosis Need Surgery?”
Category Archives: adolescent scoliosis
What Is the Risser Stage?
The Risser stage measures something the Cobb angle doesn’t: how much growth your child has left, and why that changes everything about scoliosis risk.
My Child Was Diagnosed With Scoliosis. What Should We Do Next?
A scoliosis diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Here is exactly what happens next, what determines the right next steps, and how to make the most of your first specialist visit.
Bracing for Scoliosis: What Families Need to Know
Bracing raises a lot of questions for families: does it work, will my child wear it, and for how long? Here is what the evidence actually shows.
What Is the Cobb Angle?
The Cobb angle is the number that drives every scoliosis treatment decision. Here is exactly what it measures, why it sometimes varies between visits, and what it doesn’t tell you.
Adult vs. Teen Scoliosis: How They Differ — and Why It Matters for Treatment
Scoliosis affects both teenagers and adults, but the two conditions are fundamentally different in cause, symptoms, and treatment goals. Here is what every patient and family should understand.
When Does Scoliosis Need Surgery? A Parent’s Guide
Most children diagnosed with scoliosis will never need surgery. But for some, it is the right path forward. Here is how spine surgeons think about the decision — and what parents should know.
Untreated Scoliosis: Consequences of Delay in Detection or Treatment
Parents and teens: Untreated scoliosis can lead to severe curve progression, chronic pain, limited mobility, and in extreme cases can affect lung function. Early detection and appropriate treatment are vital. The X-rays below are from a patient in her early 40s whose scoliosis went unnoticed and untreated through adolescence. She is now facing a significantlyContinue reading “Untreated Scoliosis: Consequences of Delay in Detection or Treatment”
Scoliosis Screening with a Scoliometer: Your Pediatrician’s Powerful Tool
Hello, teens and parents! Today, let’s dive into how your pediatrician or primary care physician can use a scoliometer to screen for scoliosis. This simple yet effective tool is a game-changer in ensuring early detection and optimal spine health. What is a Scoliometer? A scoliometer is a device that your pediatrician might use during aContinue reading “Scoliosis Screening with a Scoliometer: Your Pediatrician’s Powerful Tool”
Straighten Up: Easy Ways to Check for Scoliosis at Home
For parents of children between the ages of 10 and 18, it is worth knowing some simple ways to screen for scoliosis at home. These are not a substitute for a professional evaluation, but they can help identify changes that warrant a check-up. Three Simple Home Screening Steps When to Seek Evaluation If you noticeContinue reading “Straighten Up: Easy Ways to Check for Scoliosis at Home”