Reflexes, those automatic muscle jerks that happen when a specific spot is tapped (like the knee), play a crucial role in allowing spine doctors to assess the well-being of the spinal cord and nerve roots, especially in the setting of scoliosis. Typically, reflexes are on the smaller side, but it’s completely normal for young people […]
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Unveiling Scoliosis: The Insightful Forward Bend Test
Scoliosis is more than just a bend in the spine; it introduces a subtle twist that can affect the back’s symmetry. Parents and young individuals might observe that one side of their back appears larger than the other. This occurs because the twisting of the spine causes one side of the back to be pulled […]