Screening tests can lead to early diagnosis and treatment. They are often given to people without symptoms, but who may be at high risk. There is no evidence that screening for scoliosis has any long-term benefit.
Screening Guidelines
Experts do not agree on whether children should be screened. But, many states require screening in schools. Each state has different rules on what age it happens. Adolescents are at highest risk. Screening may be done from middle school through high school.
Screening Test
A back exam should be part of a well-child checkup.
An Adams forward bend test
will be done. With feet and knees together, you will be asked to bend forward with your arms hanging. The person screening will stand first behind you and then in front of you to check for any curve or uneven rib cage, hipbones, or shoulder blades.
