Question: How many people are affected by adolescent idiopathic scoliosis ?
Answer: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common spinal abnormality in children. It affects an estimated 2 to 3 percent of children in the U.S.
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Question: What are the treatments for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis ?
Answer: These resources address the diagnosis or management of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: - Genetic Testing Registry: Scoliosis, idiopathic 1 - Genetic Testing Registry: Scoliosis, idiopathic 2 - Genetic Testing Registry: Scoliosis, idiopathic 3 - National Scoliosis Foundation: FAQs - Scoliosis Research Society: Find A Specialist - Scoliosis Research Society: For Adolescents These resources from MedlinePlus offer information about the diagnosis and management of various health conditions: - Diagnostic Tests - Drug Therapy - Surgery and Rehabilitation - Genetic Counseling - Palliative Care
Source: GHR