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Curvature of the spine in my son. . . what could it be from?

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Dr. William Newton answered

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Idiopathic: Most forms of scoliosis do not necessarily have a source or cause unless your son has a developmental or congenital neuromuscular abnormality. Curves may progress during the growing years but usually stop progressing when the spine matures. The curve may then worsen as the spine begins to degenerate with age.

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Answered 3/29/2016

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