at approximately what age is the condition scolliosis diagnosed i?


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what age is the condition of scolliosis diagnosed? i have a niece i am concerned may have this problem she is 8 yrs old

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It can be diagnosed at any age. It is up to the parents to take her to the doctor for a check for it or for a complete physical (it can be picked up at that time also).

Many people have some curve in their spine and small spinal curves of less than 10 degrees are considered a normal variation. Only curvatures of more than 10 degrees are considered to be scoliosis.

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