scoliosis
/ˌskoʊliˈoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition in which a person's spine curves sideways, often in an S or C shape.
- He wears a back brace to help manage his scoliosis as he grows.
- The doctor diagnosed her with scoliosis after noticing her uneven shoulders.
- Many people with mild scoliosis do not need treatment and live normal lives.