Idiopathic
This is the commonest type of scoliosis. ‘Idiopathic’ means that there no known cause. This is usually a diagnosis of exclusion, based on a normal MRI scan of the full..
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The Purpose of the Midland Scoliosis Service is to provide 1st class treatment of all spinal deformities including scoliosis and kyphosis in all age groups from the young to the old
Types of spinal deformities
Congenital
Some children are born with structural defects in the spinal column. These do not show up as scoliosis at birth. The spinal deformity develops with asymmetrical..
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Scheuermann’s Kyphosis
Holger Scheuermann described a condition in 15 - 17 year old farm boys with a sharp bend the back. This condition can sometimes present with a severe un-sightly..
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Neuromuscular
A variety of neurologic and muscular conditions can lead to scoliosis. These include, Cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophies, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, secondary..
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