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We described the occurrence of scoliosis in Rett syndrome, how it develops and how it is influenced by the individual's age, mutation type, and walking ability.

Twenty-five families of girls who underwent a spinal fusion between 2006-2012 were interviewed to explore the course of their daughter's recovery.

Using information provided by the Rett study, we looked at relationships of early development, genetic characteristics and the development of scoliosis.

Using a large sample size, we investigated the relationships between epilepsy and genotype, and the impact of medications used on seizure management.

Many girls and women with Rett syndrome experience seizures. We wanted to know if there were any factors that influenced the age when seizures first developed.

We collected information on a monthly basis on the patterns of seizures and medications of 162 girls in the Australian Rett Syndrome study over a calendar year.

Publications from 2016 dating back to 1993 of AussieRett researchers, showing the research work into Rett syndrome and related disorders.

Learn more about our people - the dedicated researchers and staff working to address Rett syndrome, CDKL5 and other related disorders.

We have recently developed recommendations to support clinical practice for gastro-intestinal disorders including growth and scoliosis in Rett syndrome.

The ARSS has a Consumer Reference Group to ensure family representation and input into issues relating to the design, management and output of the study.