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Can you tell me what to do if i had an xray of my spine and the cobb angle is 45. is that something to be concerned with?
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That depends on: Several factors but most importantly bone density/quality & location of curve, if bone density is not good there is likelihood of curve progressing & if in the lumbar spine that risk is also present. Also, if lumbar in location, more risk of back pain due to altered mechanics of that region. You should be evaluated by a spine surgeon. Generally, curves less than 50 degrees don't progress.
Answered 7/1/2017
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