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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Oldest had mild scoliosis, which improved when he was swimming more frequently as a teen. When off season, things worsened a bit and improved after being back in the pool. Got him through puberty with minimal to no visible curve. Agree with swimming. FWIW- I have a 39 degree curve so was on the lookout. Would be careful if all of the X-rays when she is so young.[/quote]
Agree with X-ray comment. Particularly since she is thin, they (and you) should be able to monitor her curve visually as she bends over. You can also drop a plumb line from the base of her neck, have her round her back just a bit, and then run your finger down her spine with your other hand as another check. You can also monitor for rib rotation, by looking to see if one side of her upper back is higher than the other. Her pediatrician can check her spine at each annual check-up.  [/quote]

Thanks. The doctor told us that the x rays she gets are equivalent to a one way trip to Europe on a plane… I was worried too initially.[/quote]

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