Scoliosis Types
Scoliosis is any abnormal sideways curvature of the spine measuring at least 10 degrees on an x-ray. While it's not a disease, in rare cases it can be caused by a disease. More often, however, scoliosis develops from an unknown cause during adolescence or from spinal degeneration during adulthood. Structural vs. Nonstructural There are two general categories for scoliosis: Structural is by far the most common category of scoliosis. It involves spinal rotation in addition to the side-to-side curvature of the spine. This type can affect the spine’s structure and is considered permanent unless the spine receives treatment. Nonstructural, also known as…