Ahead of the Curve, The Scoliosis Experience
Episode 55: Busting Scoliosis Myths: Can Children Grow Out of Their Curve
27 Aug 2023
Does childhood scoliosis ever resolve itself? Will your child’s spine naturally straighten as they get older?This is something I hear frequently, but it’s a myth. Scoliosis doesn’t just go away as your child grows. But getting an early diagnosis opens up the opportunity for effective treatment.This episode is all about childhood scoliosis:The myth of outgrowing your curveWhen to start your child’s treatmentThe potential impact of waiting until your child is older to start treatmentWhat to do next after your child’s diagnosis Catch the full episode for all the details.Resources mentioned:National Scoliosis FoundationRisser classificationStudy linking childhood X-rays to breast cancer EOS ImagingThe Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp
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