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A scoliosis curve can be C- or S-shaped. In severe cases, the spine will rotate and twist, causing the ribs to stick out more on one side. Most cases of scoliosis are mild and cause no health problems. In severe cases, the twisting of the spine and ribs reduces space within the chest cavity. This can interfere with breathing and put strain on the heart. Untreated scoliosis can also compress and damage the spinal nerves, leading to paralysis.
It was also believed that scoliosis did not cause any pain. While it is true that some people living with even severe scoliosis do not have pain, it is also true that even mild cases of scoliosis can be painful. Scoliosis can cause pain in the neck, back, hips, legs, and feet.