In order to identify spinal deformities among school children, a team of specialist will reach to thousands of children in the national Capital to prevent deformity progression which can affect a person's appearance as well as health to a large extent.
A major spinal deformity such as scoliosis screening program launched by the Association of Spinal Surgeons of India (ASSI) for school children with an objective to identify the deformities early and to spread awareness.
A task force of specialists has been set up for the purpose, said Dr H S Chhabra, Chief of Spine Service (ASSI), adding that early identification of abnormality increases treatment options and helps prevent the progression of deformity as the child grows.
All the children between 10 to 14 years of age should be screened for spinal abnormality as such deformities can have devastating consequences on cosmetic appearance and neurological function, he added.