Scoliosis: Prevention
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Prevention
Scoliosis cannot be prevented. Treatment is aimed at preventing the curve from getting worse.
| Last updated: | August 30, 2007 |
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| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW |
| Reviewed By: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics, Thomas S. Renshaw, MD - Orthopedics |
| Editors: | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC |
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