Sri Lanka, Oct. 5 -- Medical experts addressing a press conference at the Health Promotion Bureau have drawn public attention to scoliosis, a condition causing the spine to curve sideways into an "S" or "C" shape and rotate.Specialists emphasised early detection, key risk factors, and modern treatment avenues available for affected children.
According to Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon Dr.Udaika Silva from the National Hospital, scoliosis primarily affects young children and adolescents, with a higher prevalence and visibility among females compared to males.
Dr. Silva noted that while the primary driver of scoliosis stems from structural changes within the spinal cord, genetic factors also play a significant role. If unaddressed, the curva...