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If scoliosis is caught early, braces or surgery can prevent it from getting any worse. School children are often screened regularly with the Adam’s Forward Bend Test, which can easily be done at home. The child leans forward with his or her feet together, and bends 90 degrees at the waist. Standing behind the child, with the buttocks at eye level, the parent or nurse can tell if one half of the back is higher than the other.

Last updated: 25-Jul-07