Scoliosis Collection

Gideon Mantell and iguanodon
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils

Spine with workers, spine repair F007 / 9907
Conceptual computer artwork depicting a spine being repaired

the shape of my back
Michael Groenewald

Scoliosis of the spine, X-ray
Scoliosis of the spine. Coloured X-ray of the chest of a 31 year old patient with scoliosis (sideways curvature) of the spine

Plate 562. Lateral Curvature of Spine; Walking, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950538 Plate 562. Lateral Curvature of Spine; Walking, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.7x46.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Scoliosis of the spine, X-ray C016 / 6566
Scoliosis of the spine. Coloured X-ray of the chest of a 34 year old female patient with scoliosis (sideways curvature) of the spine

Scoliosis of the spine, X-ray C017 / 7167
Scoliosis. X-ray of the spine of a 71 year old female patient with severe scoliosis (sideways curvature). This condition usually starts in infancy or adolescence, and is most often seen in girls

Thoracic spine scoliosis & osteoarthritis C017 / 0704
False colour x-ray of the thoracic spine of a man aged 64 years, showing a slight coliosis (lateral curve). Scoliosis typically begins in childhood

Spine with workers, spine repair F007 / 9884
Conceptual computer artwork depicting a spine being repaired

Scoliosis of the spine, X-ray F006 / 9134
Scoliosis of the spine. Coloured X-ray of the chest of a 31 year old patient with scoliosis (sideways curvature) of the spine

Scoliosis of the spine, X-ray F006 / 9133
Scoliosis of the spine. Coloured X-ray of the chest of a 31 year old patient with scoliosis (sideways curvature) of the spine

Scoliosis of the spine, X-ray C016 / 6565
Scoliosis of the spine. Coloured X-ray of the chest of a 34 year old female patient with scoliosis (sideways curvature) of the spine

Scoliosis treatment, X-ray C017 / 7156
Scoliosis treatment. X-ray of the spine of a 46 year old female patient that has been fixed to treat scoliosis (sideways curvature)

Scoliosis of the back, contour map. Computer artwork showing a dorsal (back) view of a human back with scoliosis, with contours showing the shape of the surface

Pinned curved spine, X-ray
Pinned curved spine. Coloured X-ray of bones of the spine and pelvis of a 49 year old woman showing two screws (blue) pinning the lower lumbar vertebra (L5) to the sacrum of the pelvis

Scoliosis spine deformity, X-ray
Scoliosis sideways deformity of the spine of a woman, coloured X-ray. The spine (upper centre) is severely bent. The deformity affected the patients posture

Osteoporosis of spine, X-ray
Osteoporosis. Coloured X-ray of a rear view of the lumbar (lower) spine of an elderly woman showing scoliosis (sideways curvature) of the spine caused by osteoporosis

Scoliosis of the spine, artwork

False-col X-ray of lumbar spine of woman
Diseased spine. Frontal coloured X-ray of the lumbar spine of a 60 year old suffering from scoliosis, osteophytosis and wasting of the spine

Gideon Mantell, palaeontologist
Gideon Mantell (3 February 1790 - 10 November 1852). Gideon Mantell was a local doctor whose interest in fossils lead to his 1822 discovery near his home in Lewes of the first Iguanodon fossils

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"Scoliosis: A Journey of Discovery and Resilience" In 1852, Gideon Mantell, renowned for his groundbreaking discoveries in paleontology, faced a personal battle with scoliosis. As he unearthed the remains of the mighty iguanodon, little did he know that his own spine would become a subject of fascination. Mantell's fused spine became an emblematic representation of the challenges posed by scoliosis. Just like the workers laboring on his fossil finds, surgeons embarked on repairing spines affected by this condition. The X-rays captured its intricate nature - from Plate 562's lateral curvature to C016/6566 and C017/7167's detailed images. The collotype print "Walking" from 1885 depicted how scoliosis could affect one's posture and gait. It showcased not only the physical impact but also highlighted the resilience required to navigate life with such a condition. For those who experienced it firsthand, scoliosis was more than just medical jargon; it shaped their very existence. Their backs bore witness to its presence – F006/9134 serving as a stark reminder etched onto film. But amidst these X-ray snapshots lay stories of strength and determination. Scoliosis warriors defied limitations imposed upon them by embracing their unique curves. They found solace in communities where support thrived and shared experiences fostered hope. Beyond mere diagnosis codes like F007/9907 or C017/0701 & C017/0704 linking thoracic spine scoliosis with osteoarthritis, individuals transcended labels to reclaim their narratives. They refused to let their conditions define them entirely; instead, they embraced every facet that made them whole. So here we stand united – scientists inspired by Mantell's legacy alongside brave souls determined to rewrite society's perception of scoliotic spines. Together we celebrate diversity in form while advocating for research, awareness, and acceptance.