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Scoliosis in children: symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
Scoliosis is a three-dimensional spinal deformity characterized by lateral curvature and the rotation of vertebrae. This condition can cause trunk asymmetry, such as one shoulder or shoulder blade protruding more than the other.
According to Marios Lykissas, Director of the Orthopedic Spine Clinic at Metropolitan Hospital, the condition often becomes apparent during the pre-adolescent or adolescent years during periods of rapid growth. While it occurs more frequently in girls, boys also require monitoring.
Common misconceptions suggest that scoliosis is caused by heavy school bags, poor posture at desks, or lack of exercise; however, the exact cause is often unclear and may involve genetic, hereditary, or musculoskeletal factors. Idiopathic scoliosis, which lacks a known underlying cause, is the most common form. Effective management relies on early diagnosis, accurate severity assessment, and individualized treatment approaches.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Idiopathic scoliosis, which has no known underlying cause, is the most common form. fimotro.gr · www.iefimerida.gr · www.protothema.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Scoliosis is not caused by heavy school bags, poor posture at desks, or a lack of exercise. fimotro.gr · www.iefimerida.gr · www.protothema.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Scoliosis occurs more frequently in girls than in boys. fimotro.gr · www.iefimerida.gr · www.protothema.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The condition often becomes apparent during the pre-adolescent or adolescent years during rapid growth. fimotro.gr · www.iefimerida.gr · www.protothema.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity characterized by lateral curvature and often the rotation of vertebrae. fimotro.gr · www.iefimerida.gr · www.protothema.gr