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They perfer it when you are in your teens, but tons of adults also have it done.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoIf the spinal curvature increases to 40 or 50 degrees, the patient may require surgery in order to prevent lung problems, back pain, and further deformity.
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How old is to young to have scoliosis surgery?
I was 18 months old when I had my first operation of scoliosis however mine was a bad case of scoliosis.
Do you have to wear a brace after scoliosis surgery?
After scoliosis surgery, it depends where they fused/placed the rods/screws...I had scoliosis surgery and I can crack the TOP half of my spine, but, the screws are at the bottom of my back and I am unable to crack it there. :)
How do you reverse scoliosis?
surgery
Does scoliosis surgery stunt your growth?
it stunts your growth from your back...your legs can still grow. i had spinal fusion surgery(for scoliosis)
Does the scoliosis surgery stunt your growth?
it stunts your growth from your back...your legs can still grow. i had spinal fusion surgery(for scoliosis)
Are there any scoliosis virtual surgery games?
My sister has scoliosis and asked me to see if there where and NO!
Can people that had the scoliosis surgery have kids?
Of course they can!
What is the name of the surgery used to correct scoliosis?
pat
Can you get surgery for Scoliosis?
yes, if it is about 50 degrees or more
Should I crack my back after having scoliosis surgery?
No!
How much does scoliosis surgery cost in the Philippines?
250k
What are all the treatments for scoliosis?
I have scoliosis. 1 wear a brace 2 get surgery 3 do exercises approved by a doctor for your scoliosis 4 get medal bars planted next to your spine for support (surgery)
