About Us | Privacy | Site Map
June 19, 2013
Font Size
A
A
A

Scoliosis (cont.)

Medical Author:
Medical Editor:

Scoliosis Symptoms

These symptoms are only those associated with the spine being curved:

  • Your head may be off center.

  • One hip or shoulder may be higher than the other.

  • You may walk with a rolling gait.

  • The opposite sides of the body may not appear level.

  • You may experience back pain or tire easily during activities that require excessive trunk (chest and belly) movement.

Must Read Articles Related to Scoliosis

Back Pain
Back Pain Back pain may be caused by sciatica, a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, fibromyalgia, injury and pregnancy. Possible symptoms include pain that radiates down t...learn more >>

Viewer Comments & Reviews

Scoliosis - Treatment

The eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:

What treatment did you receive for your scoliosis?

Parenting and Pregnancy

Get tips for baby and you.

Please acknowledge your agreement




Read What Your Physician is Reading on Medscape

Idiopathic Scoliosis »

Idiopathic scoliosis is the most common type of spinal deformity confronting orthopedic surgeons.

Read More on Medscape Reference »


Parenting Know-How: We've hand-picked our best pregnancy, baby and parenting content just for you

Medical Dictionary


Use Pill Finder Find it Now

Pill Identifier on RxList

  • quick, easy,
    pill identification

Find a Local Pharmacy

  • including 24 hour, pharmacies