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What should i be aware of if i have scoliosis ?
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Depends: Most cases of scoliosis are mild and are not usually associated with symptoms. If that is the case, you don't have to do anything at all differently. Curves over 45 degrees tend to slowly progress and should be followed. Surgery is the recommendation for these larger curves t prevent problems in the future. Thank you for the question.
Answered 9/5/2013
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Loss of height: Loss of height and change in body symmetry should motivate you to get an X-ray to check the curve. For more information visit www.eSpine.com under scoliosis
Answered 8/23/2017
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