Scoliotic Curve

Scoliotic Curve: The Physical Curvature of the Spine

When viewed from the back, the normal shape of the spine is a straight line. Those that suffer from scoliosis experience a physical deformity where their spine resembles an “S”-like shape, when viewed from the back. It is important to remember that when the spine is viewed from the side, an “S” shape is normal.

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