What is Scoliosis?

Important information parents should know about Scoliosis.
Scoliosis is curvature of the spine. While symptoms can vary in each child, your pediatrician
knows what to look for when your child is screened.
Although the cause is unknown, it's more common to develop in girls and usually begins
around puberty.


Treatment varies depending on the degree of curvature. In some cases,
no treatment is needed and in other cases braces, physical therapy or
surgery can correct this condition.


In this article, Dr. John Lubicky, a children’s pediatric orthopaedic surgeon from
WVU Medicine, explains what parents need to know about scoliosis regarding this spinal
condition, treatment and diagnosis.


If you suspect that your child has scoliosis, see your pediatrician right away. For those of
you in the White Plains, NY area, call Physical Therapy 4 Kids.  Physicaltherapy4kids.com
can definitely help your child with this spinal condition.


For more information call Wendy Lager or stop by Physicaltherapy4kids.com
to find out how she can help.


Physical Therapy 4 Kids *   White Plains, NY    * 914-421-9392

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