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How long is the average recovery time after a spinal fusion to correct scoliosis?
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6months to a year: Fusion first then activities resume , you can't make it go faster with exercise, i recomend rest, be still heal , then move non fusion cost you a year in recovery and comfort.
Answered 7/18/2015
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