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Ask Noah -- Scoliosis
This gateway is provided and maintained by NOAH, a patient information service comprised of several New York based medical and library services. This page provides a large number of links to reputable sources on scoliosis. Includes the basics, causes, diagnosis, care and treatment, complications and related concerns, research, and information resources. An excellent base for gathering information on scoliosis.
Orthospine Medical Topics -- Kyphosis
“An educational site developed for the understanding of spinal problems.” This page provides some introductory information on kyphosis including the different classifications: congenital kyphosis, Scheuermann’s disease, and kyphosis after fracture. There is also a link to some frequently asked questions about kyphosis. The information provided is an overview so further information may be required for more in depth knowledge.
Orthospine Medical Topics -- Scoliosis
“An educational site developed for the understanding of spinal problems.” This page provides some introductory information on scoliosis including diagrams of different types of deformity. Provided at the bottom of the page are internal links to further information on specific classes of scoliosis: idiopathic, early onset & juvenile, congenital, neuromuscular, and adult scoliosis. Each link provides information and diagrams for the specific type of scoliosis as well as a link to frequently asked questions. Moderately in depth information is provided and this is a good starting point for learning more about scoliosis.
Questions and Answers About Scoliosis in Children and Adolescents
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases prepared this site. It currently includes eleven questions and answers related to a variety of scoliosis-related concerns, including questions about the right brace to use, whether people can exercise with scoliosis, etc.
Scoliosis Research Society
“The Scoliosis Research Society has prepared this web site to provide patients, and in the case of children, their parents, with a better understanding of scoliosis, its diagnosis and management.” It includes a very detailed library of information on scoliosis, kyphosis and other spinal disorders. There is also a doctor listing, a glossary of terms, a newsletter, and information on meetings. This is likely the best patient information page for scoliosis and other spinal disorders available on the web.
Scoliosis World (Support Site)
Scoliosis World features a large volume of links categorized into 30 headings for specific information on scoliosis. Also available is a listing of the latest news on scoliosis as well as access to older news archives. An unmediated message board and chat function are presented as well as several polls.
Scoliosis-Medical (Support Site)
This is a discussion group specifically for those with scoliosis. Its focus is on those recovering from surgery, however, anyone with scoliosis, or their parents are welcome to join. It is an active board, with ongoing threads. The group is moderated and there is detailed information regarding acceptable behaviour while online.
The Scoliosis Association Inc. (Support Site)
Located in Florida, this site is intended as an international information and support site. It contains links to many support group chapters, including one for an Ontario chapter. There are also links to material about the different types of scoliosis, as well as to ‘BackTalk’, which provides updated news concerning this disorder.
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