Scoliosis is a condition of the spine which mainly affects teenagers, more so girls than boys. 3-5/1000 teenagers are affected on average. Scoliosis is the curvature of the spine, which creates a rib hump or a hunchback. Doctors don't know what causes it, they put it down to the way you grow during puberty. Obviously there is the chance that it is genetic, but most commonly it occurs from nowhere. The reason for doing this petition? Well, as sisters who have both suffered scoliosis and both been through the corrective surgery in the last two years, we feel we want to raise awareness for others. Because this condition can occur and progress without any pain, the only way of checking the straightness of your spine is by touching your toes and getting someone else to have a look at your back. We feel that this is a simple, quick test that can be done in PE, through your t shirt, and would highlight if there were any problems and would raise awareness for young people. Please sign and spread the word, thank you. :) @SophieeeRaynerr and @hannahrayner