Occurs most often in girls between ages 10 and 15 .
An abnormal lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. Prevalence: Affects about 2% to 3% of teenagers. teenage bendover
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One shoulder blade sticks out more than the other. Uneven waist: One hip appears higher or more prominent. Leaning: The body tilts slightly to one side. teenage bendover
Treatment depends on the severity of the curve and how much the teen is still growing.
For moderate curves, a plastic brace is worn to prevent the curve from getting worse.