Symptoms of Scoliosis
During the early stages of scoliosis, there may not be many symptoms. This is particularly true in children. Scoliosis can remain undetected until children reach the rapid growth phase in adolescence.
However, it can be difficult to identify in adults, because it's easy to misinterpret as back pain. This is especially true if you have a milder form of the condition.
Small clues can point toward an abnormal curve in your spine, such as ill-fitting clothes. Other signs of scoliosis include:
- Abnormal posture.
- Uneven hips.
- A shoulder blade that's higher than the other.
- A head that isn't centered on the body.
- Hips that sit at an angle.
- A spine that is visibly not straight.
