Scoliosis can be identified by a postural exam and by specific clinical tests that are easy to administer, such as a forward bending test. Forward bending test provides clinical way to measure spinal rotation and can be done in sitting or standing using Scoliometer tool.

POSTURAL SIGNS OF SCOLIOSIS:

• One shoulder blade may appear higher or more prominent than the other.
• The waistline may appear deeper on one side.
• The pelvis may appear shifted or higher on one side.
• There is excessive leaning to one side at the trunk or neck.
• The ribs appear uneven in front of the body or while bending forward.
• An excessive tendency to slouch.

The diagnosis can be confirmed by radiological studies, such as a spinal x-ray.