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A member asked:
Can scoliosis get much worse if not treated?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Possibly: It may increase with time but the greater risk is an accelerated osteoarthritis in that area.
Answered 9/6/2014
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Scoliosis progress: Scoliosis can progress rapidly during periods of growth, especially during the time of puberty. Early intervention is the key.
Answered 9/6/2014
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IT DEPENDS: some scoliosis is progressive. Depends on age and a host of other factors. In general, all scliosis dues progress, but at different rates.
Answered 4/24/2015
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