Scoliosi home-checks should not replace a doctors or specialist assessment.
What Are the Symptoms of Scoliosis?
The visibility may also depend on the location or curve.
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How Can You Check for Scoliosis?
venture to get a snapshot and measure whether both sides of the ribs are even.
When Should You See a Specialist for Scoliosis?
A physical exam or an imaging test can help confirm a scoliosis diagnosis.
The brace needs to be worn for around 16 to 23 hours every day.
But in severe cases, when the spinal curve exceeds 40 degrees, surgery might be necessary.
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