Scoliosis vs Normal Spine: Anatomical Comparison Diagram #248122 (License: Personal Use)

The image presents a black-and-white anatomical line drawing of two human thoracolumbar spines viewed from the posterior aspect. The left spine demonstrates scoliosis, characterized by a pronounced lateral (side-to-side) curvature in the thoracic region, accompanied by vertebral rotation and rib cage deformity. The right spine shows normal spinal alignment with natural kyphotic and lordotic curves but no lateral deviation. Labels at the base identify each as “Scoliosis” and “Normal.”

This image is commonly used in orthopedic, chiropractic, and physical therapy educational materials, patient brochures, and medical websites to visually explain scoliosis pathology. It serves users seeking to understand spinal deformities, diagnosis criteria, or treatment rationale-especially parents, adolescents, and healthcare students.