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I am a scoliotic guy and most of my life i wasn't allowed to carry heavy things. is it safe for me to body - build/go to gym/weight-lift?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: For the vast majority of patients with scoliosis, there is not really a set restriction, including playing contact sports such as football. Like anyone else, you would like to avoid repetitively injuring or aggravating your back which Is sometimes a trial and error process.

Answered 5/29/2014

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