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Omt diagnosis: right side higher than left side, some wear and tear, spine not straight a bit off to the side. could it be scoliosis and or arthritis?
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Yes: Yes probably you have scoliosis.Special x-ray need to be taken and depending upon result proper treatment established.
Answered 5/5/2016
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Omt? : Omt? Abbreviation scoliosis (rarely) and generic arthritis can cause pain, but it is important to obtain a diagnosis from a physician conversant with back pain. Some rheumatologists have that skill.
Answered 8/2/2013
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