My son was diagnosed with mild scoliosis two months before his 10th birthday. We have not yet seen the ortho, (appointment next month) but the x-ray result was reported as "mild" with no measurements. (we saw the x-ray, and the curve is noticeable but definitely under 20*) I understand that the chances that adolescent scoliosis will progress, particularly for a boy, are very low. On the other had, the chances that juvenile scoliosis will progress are very high. Some sites that I saw (like this one) put the line at 10, and others at 12. My question is, what should I be asking the orthopedist to understand whether he's "adolescent" or "juvenile?" I understand that Risser number is one measure, but is not always accurate, particularly for boys. I have a feeling that the ortho will say "wait and see," which I can accept at this point, but what's a good waiting period at this age -- 3mos? 6 mos? a year?
I'd appreciate any help you could give me.
Thanks,
Gigi
I'd appreciate any help you could give me.
Thanks,
Gigi
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