noun
- a medical condition in which the spine curves sideways in an abnormal way
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor diagnosed her with scoliosis after examining her X-rays.
- Mild scoliosis often goes unnoticed until a routine physical exam.
- Physical therapy can help manage the symptoms of scoliosis.
- She wore a back brace to prevent her scoliosis from worsening.
- Early detection of scoliosis is important for effective treatment.
- The school nurse checked students for signs of scoliosis during health screenings.