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As a 13-year old girl my scoliosis journey was not easy.  Instead, it was extremely difficult, both physically and emotionally.  Sixteen hours or more of bracing every day impacted every aspect of my life including my relationships with friends, participation in sports, focusing in school, and eating and sleeping....

In the first year of my life, I was diagnosed with a rare bone dysplasia which manifested itself in my spine. Later identified as Kyphoscoliosis Kozlowski type, I had a severe curve both in the lumbar and thoracic region of my spine creating an “S” shaped spine. The prognosis was…...

My name is Lauren D’Amico Ozga and I’m a NJ Native and Ms. New Jersey! Here is a little bit more about me and my scoliosis journey: I was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 10 which means I was starting the 5th grade....

My name is Diana Hochberg, born during the Baby Scoop era. In 1965, while on a back-to-school shopping trip, my father noticed that I wasn't standing straight and became deeply concerned. This observation led to a consultation with a pediatrician, who then referred us to a specialist in New York…...