Numerous people in Los Feliz suffer from scoliosis. Typically, scoliosis starts as a minor spinal curve that progressively worsens. In fact, for a scoliosis diagnosis to be made, there must be a minimum 60-degree sideways curve of the spine. Severe health consequences often result once the spine reaches this stage. The good news is that if the spinal curve is detected and treated appropriately during its early stages, it can be prevented from advancing over time. This article explores how chiropractic care can help.

Various theories about the cause of scoliosis have been researched, but there has been little consensus on its origin. Studies have shown that scoliosis is more likely to occur in young adolescent females. Often, a small spinal curve begins with the simple misalignment of a single vertebra. Over time, the body compensates for this abnormality, and "S" and "C" shaped curves develop in the spine. Parents and children typically first notice scoliosis due to the unleveling of the shoulders and pelvis. Unlike other spinal conditions, scoliosis cannot be reversed by changes in posture.