Scoliosis Screening
The purpose of spinal screenings is to detect the signs of abnormal curves of the spine at their earliest stages so that the need for treatment
can be determined. .
Scoliosis, a common spinal abnormality
found in adolescents, is a sideways twisting of the spine. It is usually
detected in children between the ages of 10 and 14.Kyphosis, sometimes called round back, is an exaggerated rounding of the upper back and is often confused with poor posture. Many cases of curvature of the spine are mild and only require observation by a physician when they are first diagnosed. Others can worsen with time, as the child grows, and require active
treatment such as bracing and surgery. Early treatment can prevent the development of a severe deformity, which can affect a person’s appearance and health.
The procedure for screening is simple. Your child’s back will be examined
while he/she stands and then bends forward. For this examination, boys and girls are screened separately. Screens are used between students, to provide privacy as two are viewed at the same time.
Boys will wear their pants or gym shorts and only remove their shirts. Girls are requested to wear a halter-top, bra, or a two-piece swimsuit.
According to Texas law, these screenings must be conducted. In order for your child to be exempt from screening, you must present an exam form from a physician or notarized religious conflict affidavit prior to the screening date.
found in adolescents, is a sideways twisting of the spine. It is usually
detected in children between the ages of 10 and 14.Kyphosis, sometimes called round back, is an exaggerated rounding of the upper back and is often confused with poor posture. Many cases of curvature of the spine are mild and only require observation by a physician when they are first diagnosed. Others can worsen with time, as the child grows, and require active
treatment such as bracing and surgery. Early treatment can prevent the development of a severe deformity, which can affect a person’s appearance and health.
The procedure for screening is simple. Your child’s back will be examined
while he/she stands and then bends forward. For this examination, boys and girls are screened separately. Screens are used between students, to provide privacy as two are viewed at the same time.
Boys will wear their pants or gym shorts and only remove their shirts. Girls are requested to wear a halter-top, bra, or a two-piece swimsuit.
According to Texas law, these screenings must be conducted. In order for your child to be exempt from screening, you must present an exam form from a physician or notarized religious conflict affidavit prior to the screening date.