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D left side of my hip bone is higher than d right. i'd a curved spine when i was younger but d doc said d degree of curvature was ok. i get backache often. cld this b due to d curved spine n does it usually worsens with age? thanks!

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Dr. John Baker answered

Specializes in Neurology

Could: It could worsen. Most aches and pains do worsen as we age. May be beneficial to get an orthotic brace that helps straighten the curvature and reduce abnormal load on rest of body.

Answered 7/28/2013

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Yes and possible: A spinal curvature can affect how the hips can appear different in height and vice versa. If a curve is greater than 50 degrees or involves the lower or lumbar spine, it can worsen with age and be associated with back pain.

Answered 2/6/2019

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

It depends: If one leg is longer than the other, this can make the pelvis not be level and cause a mild scoliosis. Placing a lift under the short leg can usually determine if that is the cause. If you have a true scoliosis of the spine, then a lift will not help. Structural scoliosis curves less than 45 degrees usually don't progress, those over 45 degrees usually do. Thank you for the question.

Answered 1/30/2019

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