Scoliosis is not a disease like diabetes or arthritis. It is simply a term used to describe any abnormal, sideways twisted spine or backbone. It’s important to recognize the symptoms of scoliosis, because the sooner you treat your curve, the more options you'll have to get help. Scoliosis symptoms may vary from person to person, In many cases, scoliotic curves will not cause pain. In a significant percentage of patients any pain associated with their scoliosis will get worse as they age. Scoliosis can present in people of all ages. It can be found in very young children from the time of standing to walk, but it is most common in those over 10 years of age.