Table 1.

Severity and treatment recommendations for AIS based on Cobb angle.

Cobb angle magnitude	Severity and treatment
0°–10°	Normal curvature; no treatment necessary
10°–25°	Mild scoliosis; follow progression of curvature, re-evaluate after set period
25°–40°	Moderate scoliosis; bracing
40° and over	Severe scoliosis; surgical treatment may be necessary