Scoliosis

Scoliosis is the abnormal curvature of the spine. It is very important to have your child’s spine evaluated for early scoliosis detection. Parents can also help evaluate their own children to determine if scoliosis is or could become a concern. Here are some techniques:

1. Look at your child to see if one shoulder is higher than the other.
2. Look to see if one hip is higher than the other.
3. Have your child lay face down on a bed with their legs hanging over the edge. Look at their feet to see if one leg is shorter than the other. You can also bring their feet to their buttocks and compare again. A contraction or difference in leg lengths can lead to scoliosis.