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Does scoliosis get worse when you drive for long periods of time?
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No: Scoliosis tends not to worsen in adulthood, but patients with scoliosis may get back pain, stiffness with a long drive from poor posture etc.
Answered 2/3/2012
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No: No. The deformity does not change in size.
Answered 9/7/2012
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