Scoliosis
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Scoliosis is a sideways deviation of the spine, which instead of staying straight adopts a "C"- or "S"-shaped curvature when viewed from the front.
How it is noticed:
- Shoulders or hips at different heights.
- An area of the back that is more prominent when bending forward.
- In some cases, discomfort or a feeling of fatigue in the back.
When to seek care? An evaluation is advisable when an uneven posture, a visible curvature, or changes in the outline of the back are observed, especially during growth.
Which specialist treats it? The neurosurgeon takes part in the evaluation of curvatures that affect the spine and the associated nerve structures. If you notice a deviation or asymmetry in the back, a professional review helps understand its extent.
Data on 55 doctors who treat scoliosis
Which specialist treats scoliosis?
Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine that in advanced cases may require specialized management. A neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and treats the more complex cases of scoliosis. If you have a noticeable spinal curvature or persistent back pain, see this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in scoliosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. María Elena Córdoba Mosqueda
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Frequently asked questions
What is scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a sideways deviation of the spine, which instead of staying straight adopts a "C"- or "S"-shaped curvature when viewed from the front.
Which doctor treats scoliosis?
Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine that in advanced cases may require specialized management. A neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and treats the more complex cases of scoliosis. If you have a noticeable spinal curvature or persistent back pain, see this specialist.