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From Natural History to IS-GROWTH: ISICO’s New Tool to Predict and Communicate the Evolution of Idiopathic Scoliosis

Understanding the natural history of idiopathic scoliosis—how the condition evolves in the absence of treatment— is the starting point for any effective care pathway. But to truly guide clinical practice, this knowledge must be translated into reliable predictions and into tools that facilitate communication with patients and their families.  This is precisely the aim behind IS-GROWTH, […]

That hated hump!

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In a person with scoliosis, forward bending of the trunk will…

Brace wearing: tenacity is rewarded with improvements

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It is not just a question of how many hours the brace is worn…

A judo champion in brace

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My name is Giulia. I live in Genoa, and I am in my third year…

Twins with the wind in their sails

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Mario and Giorgio, 18, are twin boys who have always shared…

Arabic version of the ISYQOL

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Several questionnaires are available to assess Health-related…

Scoliosis in the mirror: aesthetic concerns and psychological support

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We are all critical when we look at ourselves in the mirror,…