Scoliosis

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ScoliosisPathology
  • Scoliosis is the curving of the spine.
  • The spine can curve to the left, right, or both.
  • Scoliosis was discovered by Hippocrates, a Greek physician.
  • The cause of scoliosis is not known but many peopele believe it's genetic.
  • Researchers have recently discovered a gene that underlines the condition of Scoliosis.
  • The gene is called CHD7 and it often causes the C and S shaped curves of Scoliosis.
  • There are three main types of Scoliosis,Ideopathic, Congenital, and Neuromuscular.

Signs and Symptoms
  • unevenness of shoulders, hips, or waist
  • leaning slightly to one side
  • one of both shoulder blades sticking out
  • back pain

Diagnosis
  • a doctor, nurse, or specilist can diagnose Scoliosis
  • a tool called a Scoliometer is often used to check someone for Scoliosis
  • when checking someone for Scoliosis the doctor runs their finger in a straight line down his or her back checking for curves.















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