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Health and Wellness | August 22, 2023

What Is Scoliosis? Who Does it Affect?

Scoliosis is a condition marked by the sideways curvature of the spine. It mainly affects kids but can also affect adults. Learn more.
Health and Wellness | March 8, 2022

Can Scoliosis Be Fixed? (podcast)

A Scripps orthopedic surgeon discusses scoliosis, including who's at risk and treatments for the curvature of the spine condition.
Health and Wellness | February 25, 2022

What Are Symptoms and Treatments for Scoliosis? (video)

Scoliosis causes the spine to curve more than it should. Without treatment, it can lead to back problems. Learn about treatments.
Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022

8 Tips to Alleviate Back Pain

A woman wearing athletic apparel stretches to help relieve back pain.
Eight in 10 adults experience back pain. Exercise, proper posture and weight control can help alleviate back pain. Learn more ways.
Scripps in the News | January 8, 2019

Scripps Surgeon Volunteers to Help Children with Spinal Deformities

Gregory Mundis, MD, a spine surgeon, and a child patient give the thumbs up sign after a successful spine surgery.
Gregory Mundis, a spine surgeon at Scripps, discusses his volunteer work around the world providing surgeries to children with spinal deformities.