“It will go away as they grow” — the most dangerous myth about scoliosis

Scoliosis does not correct itself as a child grows. On the contrary, the curvature may increase further during periods of rapid growth.

Author: Dr. Elfana Suleymanova Medically reviewed

Sometimes parents think, “it will sort itself out as the child grows.” But spine and posture problems need timely attention.

If your child complains of back, neck or leg pain, tires quickly, sits crookedly, or you notice a change in their gait — don’t wait.

Examination and rehabilitation carried out in time during childhood and adolescence give more effective results. Once growth is complete, some problems become harder to correct.

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Many problems show no signs at an early stage

Most posture and spine problems begin without pain. A timely examination by an osteopath helps detect scoliosis, flat feet and other changes early. Prevention is always easier than treatment.


We look not at where the pain is, but at where it comes from.
— Dr. Elfana Suleymanova, Center Director · Internist and osteopathic physician

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