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A pediatric orthopedic nurse in Morgantown, West Virginia, Ximena Castro, RN, CPN, works in a children’s hospital scoliosis clinic. She fits adolescent patients for corrective back braces and monitors their progress through regular growth checkups. Castro earned her nursing degree from Brigham Young University and writes for Biology Insights.

Exercises Not to Do With Scoliosis
Do Boys Get Scoliosis? Signs, Statistics, and Risks
What Does a 10 Degree Scoliosis Curve Look Like?
Which Side Is Weaker in Scoliosis?
What Does a Halo Do for Scoliosis?
Can Scoliosis Cause Kidney Problems?
Does Scoliosis Stop Progressing After Puberty?
What Is a Scoliosis Brace and How Does It Work?
Can You Have Both Lordosis and Kyphosis?
Are Planks Good for Scoliosis?
Can Scoliosis Cause Breast Pain?
Can Scoliosis Cause Headaches? The Link Explained
How Should You Sleep If You Have Scoliosis?
What Is Functional Scoliosis and How Is It Treated?
Can Scoliosis Cause Nausea? The Link Explained
Can You Play Soccer With Scoliosis?
Does Sleeping on Your Side Cause Scoliosis?
Is Running Good or Bad for Scoliosis?
Can Slouching Cause Scoliosis? The Real Causes
Can Scoliosis Be Reversed Without Surgery?
Can Men Get Scoliosis? Signs, Causes, and Treatment
Can Scoliosis Cause Muscle Spasms?
What Is the Difference Between Kyphosis and Scoliosis?
Do Back Braces Help Scoliosis? The Science Explained
When Is Kyphosis Surgery Worth It? What to Consider
Which Side Should You Strengthen for Scoliosis?
What Is Pectus Excavatum Deformity?
Do Scoliosis Braces Work for Adults?
Can Scoliosis Cause Shoulder Pain? The Connection Explained
What Is a Dowager’s Hump? Causes and How to Fix It