Cobb Angle Measurement of Kyphosis and Scoliosis

Traditional Cobb Angle Measurement of Kyphosis and Scoliosis Using Lunar IDXA

Measurement of bone length in subjects diagnosed with kyphosis and scoliosis using the Lunar iDXA x-ray scan.

To determine if bone density scanning (DEXA) and the use of a computer software program can make accurate measurements of the curvature(s) of the spine (Cobb angle)in patients with kyphosis and scoliosis compared to x-rays of the spine.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18 years of age
• Have Kyphosis or Scoliosis
• Have had an x-ray of the spine performed within 3 months time

Exclusion Criteria:

• Are unwilling to read and sign this document
• Are pregnant or if you have not had a negative pregnancy test just prior to the iDXA scan.
• Have severe deformities of your back
• Unable to lay on the scanning table for the scan