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I have scoliosis, wore boston jacket ages 8-14 23hr/d now at age 23 i'm in severe pain a lot and painful to do everyday task could it be getting worse?

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Scoliosis changes: The curve associated with scoliosis can change even after puberty but the changes occur more slowly. Ask your primary care doctor to refer you to a spine surgeon specializing in scoliosis surgery. They will likely start with conservative physical therapy to strengthen you core muscles. But it is good to get established in case the curvature of your spine changes and surgery is needed.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Scoliosis that is : The typical teenage presentation is usually not associated with pain unless involving the lower back and there is imbalance. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of spondylolisthesis in scoliosis patients so see your spine surgeon for an evaluation and treatment based on the diagnosis. Scoliosis usually does not progress after maturity unless curve greater than 50 degrees or in lower back.

Answered 4/28/2013

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