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How can i tell if i have progressive scoliosis?

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Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Standing xrays: Measirement on standing full length films 6-12 months apart loss of height can be a indicator as well.

Answered 3/27/2014

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Serial x rays: Serial x rays over time. Scoliosis most often progresses most in the adolescent growth period. After skeletal maturity if the curve is over 50 degrees it may progress at about a degree a year. Curves under this typically progress very slowly if at all.

Answered 3/8/2014

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