脊柱侧弯是学龄期儿童常见的脊柱畸形疾病，通常使脊柱向侧面弯曲。不同患者的侧弯程度可有差异，其形态类似于字母“C”或“S”型。如果脊柱曲线大于10度，即可诊断为脊柱侧弯。严重的脊柱侧弯可能会导致各种并发症，甚至影响儿童的心肺功能。治疗过程中的密切随访复查是非常关键的，家人的配合和护理也同样重要。我们一般建议儿童和青少年患者每6个月复查一次。

Scoliosis   is the common spinal deformity in school-age children and it gives the spine a sideways curve. The degree of the curve varies from patient to   patient and the spine will resemble the letter “C” or “S”. If the curve is   greater than 10 degrees, scoliosis is diagnosed. Early intervention helps to   improve the odds of preventing scoliosis progression. Neglecting scoliosis   and not treating it early, can cause problems with the heart and lungs. Even   after the treatment starts, frequent monitoring and proper care at home are   essential to ensure the results are favorable. Some children and teens   require a follow-up recheck at six months or one year.