I'm 47 and haven't had surgery, although it was recommended. The surgeon told my parents that without surgery I would probably be in a wheelchair before I was 30, not due to paralysis but, because of reduction in lung function.
I've never regretted my decision, the only restriction I've found scoliosis puts on my life is that I can't reach the top shelf in the supermarket, because I'm a few cm shorter than I would otherwise be. Otherwise I think I'm as fit as most people my age, maybe fitter than many.
I've done a little Alexander technique, other than that I've just been "sensible" about my back - no high heels, think carefully about how I lift things etc.
I agree that having surgery is a very personal decision.
I've never regretted my decision, the only restriction I've found scoliosis puts on my life is that I can't reach the top shelf in the supermarket, because I'm a few cm shorter than I would otherwise be. Otherwise I think I'm as fit as most people my age, maybe fitter than many.
I've done a little Alexander technique, other than that I've just been "sensible" about my back - no high heels, think carefully about how I lift things etc.
I agree that having surgery is a very personal decision.
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