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I am a 17 year old female and i have flat feet, moderate scoliosis, and bowed legs. is there any correlation among these problems? i dont have rickets

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Start w/seeing your: doc. Then consider seeing a chiropractor who specializes in scoliosis. Some of them are trained to used special braces and adjustments to help. Peace and good health.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/29/2016

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