Scoliosis and Adults

For adults affected by scoliosis, the curve may be a remnant of scoliosis that developed during childhood. More commonly, though, adult scoliosis happens as a result of the spinal wear and tear that comes with aging, usually in combination with another condition that affects the spine, such as arthritis or osteoporosis. It is usually arthritis or osteoporosis symptoms that cause the discomfort and disability that lead people to seek medical care.