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Can certain exercises prevent or treat scoliosis? are there stretches or exercises that can be done to prevent or help correct scoliosis?
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Good question: Over hundreds of years, the medical field has tried hundreds of things to cure scoliosis. This has included strengthening exercises, physical therapy, chiropractic care, estim, traction, and many, many other things. Nothing has ever been shown to help. Mild cases don't usually need treatment. Severe cases need surgery. Thank you for your question.
Answered 2/28/2013
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