Spinal Hook

A spine has natural curves. It includes a top-of-the-shoulder curve and a lower back curve. These curves help the spine absorb stress from body movement and gravity. Normally, the spine should run straight down the middle of the back when viewed from the back. When abnormalities of the spine occur, the natural curvatures of the spine are misaligned or exaggerated in certain areas. If the spine is curved from side to side or in an “S” or “C” shape, the person probably has scoliosis. Scoliosis can make the person’s shoulders or waist appear uneven. Some of the bones may also be rotated slightly, making one shoulder blade more prominent than the other.