Scoliosis Awareness Month
June is scoliosis awareness month and we're raising awareness of #kidsspinehealth!
Whether you or someone you know has a condition that affects the spine, or you're just starting to learn more about conditions affecting the spine, you'll find inspiring videos, patient stories, useful resources, and more.
Pioneering Spine Surgery Helps Joshua Ride a Bike
Patient Stories
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June 20, 2021After Treatment for Scoliosis, Taylor Barrels Ahead
To see Taylor ride her horse is a study of grace in motion. That she's…
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September 14, 2021Za’Nii’s Relentless Recovery
Za’Nii is only 10 years old, but she’s already been through more than most individuals would in…
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August 16, 2022Innovative and Comprehensive Spine Care
Delaney Lundquist is grateful the scoliosis care at Gillette Children's means she can still be…
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June 30, 2020Inimitable Avery: Relentless After Treatment for Scoliosis
"It was definitely a shock. I almost didn’t believe it at first. I’m a competitive athlete;…
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June 11, 2020How Joshua Surprised Dr. Guillaume and Almost Made Him Cry
June is National Scoliosis Awareness Month and a good time to revisit some of the…
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June 4, 2020Erika Comes Back After Spinal Fusion
"I realized, for the first time, that I was shooting straight. Due to my scoliosis,…
Explore Spine Resources
Gillette’s Approach to Spine Care
Gillette has been treating children with orthopedic conditions for over 125 years. We provide the best in medical and nursing care.
Explore Spine Research at Gillette
Our spine research focuses on long-term outcomes in patients who have idiopathic scoliosis and on scoliosis associated with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular conditions.
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What is Scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine. This is a common condition that can leave the spine looking like an “S” or a “C,” rather than a straight line down the back.
Scoliosis Resource Group on Facebook
This Scoliosis Resource Group provides support and information to people who have scoliosis and to their families. All members of the community can come together to pose questions, celebrate achievements, share advice and provide support to one another.