Scoliosis is a common spine disorder that commonly affects teenagers. Each year, around 3 million new cases of the illness are recognized in the United States, with the majority of them being labeled as idiopathic scoliosis—a kind of scoliosis that manifests in children aged 10 to 12 years old. In adults, on the other hand, it is usually caused by degenerative disorders such as arthritis or tumor growth. The risk of developing scoliosis increases with age. It is thought to be associated with skeletal maturity since adult scoliotics tend to have completely formed skeletons while juvenile scoliotics do not reach full maturity of their bones. Scoliosis can also be present in young children who have yet to achieve skeletal maturity. This shows that scoliosis does not always become evident until after puberty has begun. However, before skeletal maturity is reached, genetic factors may play a role in its development. There is no cure for scoliosis. However, treatment may include exercises to strengthen your back muscles and improve posture, as well as wearing a protective brace if needed. Surgery may be considered in severe cases or when the curve reaches 90 degrees. The aim of surgery is to correct the deformity and allow normal spinal function again. Children with scoliosis should be treated by a pediatric orthopedist as soon as they are diagnosed with the condition. The earlier treatment begins, the better the chance of preventing further progression of the disease.