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Scoliosis - when does it have to be treated?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Any age: There are two components to scoliosis treatment. One is based on the structural issues of the curve and the second is based on the symptoms a patient might have from their scoliosis. Structural treatment is based upon the age of the patient and the size of the curve. Symptomatic treatment is based upon how much trouble the person is having with their back and treatment options are multiple.

Answered 12/9/2013

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