Condition
Pediatric Congenital Spine Deformities
What You Need to Know
Congenital spine deformities are disorders of the spine that develop in a child before birth. The vertebrae don’t form properly very early in fetal development, causing structural problems in the spine and spinal cord.
Key Symptoms
The most common symptoms of congenital spinal deformities are:
- Abnormal curvature or twisting in the back, to either side, forward or backward
- Uneven shoulders, waistline, hips or legs
- Tilted pelvis
- Difficulty walking
Diagnosis
Doctors typically diagnose congenital spinal deformities by:
- Physical examination
- X-ray
- 3D EOS
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- MRI
- Bone scan
Treatment
Treatment may include:
- Back braces
- Casts
- Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Departments that Treat Congenital Spine Deformities

Spine Program
The Spine Program cares for kids with spinal deformities like scoliosis, spinal injuries, spinal tumors and more by using the most effective, least invasive treatments possible. Learn more about our pediatric spine specialists.