The Cobb-Lippman method for determining scoliosis was introduced by Lippman in 1935 and was made popular by Cobb. A line is drawn through the superior border of the cephalad end vertebra while another line is drawn through the inferior border of the caudad end vertebra. The angle is then determined. Seven categories are categorized: Group 1:  0-20 degrees; Group 2:  21-30 degrees; Group 3:  31-50 degrees; Group 4:  51-75 degrees; Group 5:  76-100 degrees; Group 6: 101-125 degrees; Group 7:  126 and above. The Cobb method assesses the degree of scoliosis and provides data used in the therapeutic decision making process.

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