Is it from poor posture, or was it always there?

Q: Is it from poor posture, or was it always there?

Scoliosis is approached differently by type. Idiopathic — about 80% of cases. It curves gradually with no particular cause and is more common in girls than boys. With no symptoms beyond the change in appearance, finding it early matters Congenital — begins at a young age with marked curvature that progresses with growth Neuromuscular — curvature from a muscle or nerve condition, requiring active treatment Functional — looks curved when standing but straightens when bending forward. It relates to leg length difference and postural habit That is why we do not open with "just correct your posture." We identify the type first, then separate what can be done from what should be watched.

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Scoliosis is approached differently by type.

Idiopathic — about 80% of cases. It curves gradually with no particular cause and is more common in girls than boys. With no symptoms beyond the change in appearance, finding it early matters
Congenital — begins at a young age with marked curvature that progresses with growth
Neuromuscular — curvature from a muscle or nerve condition, requiring active treatment
Functional — looks curved when standing but straightens when bending forward. It relates to leg length difference and postural habit

That is why we do not open with "just correct your posture." We identify the type first, then separate what can be done from what should be watched.

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Q. Is it from poor posture, or was it always there?

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