Were you looking for information about Scoliosis? Scolosis is a common misspelling of scoliosis.
Scoliosis is a musculoskeletal disorder in which a person's spine is curved side to side. There are several different types; idiopathic scoliosis (scoliosis of unknown cause) is the most common of these, accounting for 80 to 85 percent of all cases. Out of every 1,000 children, 3 to 5 will develop spinal curves that are considered large enough to need treatment. Depending on the severity of scoliosis, treatment may involve observation, bracing, or surgery.
(Click Scoliosis for more information on this disorder, including who it affects, how it is diagnosed, and what your doctor may consider before recommending treatment. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
