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My spine has a double curvature , i have always been a stomach sleeper & believe my scoliosis is related to my sleep position. could these be related?
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Scoliosis: There are several causes of scoliosis. It could be congenital.idiopathic or degenerative. Your sleeping position is not the cause.See an orthopedist for an evaluation
Answered 7/14/2014
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