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A member asked:

How can i reduce pain due to scoliosis? even though i have undergone a surgery but i still having the chronic pain especially at right scapula.

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Scoliosis: Much of the pain especially after correction is probably myofascial. One has to rule out nerve compression. You need someone to take a good look at your imaging and do a good evaluation. IN the interim I would start with some PT and massage.

Answered 11/18/2015

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