What will the orthopedic do or say about my scoliosis?!


Question: What will the orthopedic do or say about my scoliosis!?
ive got a 17 degree curve and my Doctor said i should see an ortho because my shoulder has been hurting really bad!.!. he thinks maybe its gottin worse!. i wont have to ware a brace right!?!?!?!.!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com


Answers:
Treatment of scoliosis is based on the severity of the curve and the chances of the curve getting worse!. There are three main categories of treatment: observation, bracing, and surgery!.

Generally speaking, if the curve is small when first diagnosed, it can be observed with routine x-rays and measurements!. If the curve stays below 25 degrees, no other treatment is needed!. If the curve is between 25-40 degrees, a brace may be recommended!. If the curve is greater than 40 degrees, then surgery may be recommended!.

If your curve stays below 40 degrees until you finish growing, it is not likely to get worse later in life!.Www@Answer-Health@Com





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