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| Will
scoliosis affect my ability to have children? |
| According
to a recent study, pregnancy and delivery are rarely
affected by scoliosis. Pregnant women are no more
prone to progression than non-pregnant women. Any
adult, male or female, with an untreated major curvature
may experience a progression after skeletal maturity.
The tendency to develop idiopathic scoliosis is inherited,
so children of a scoliotic parent may be at greater
risk than the general population. Early detection
and treatment, however, should prevent problems. |
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| When
I was younger my scoliosis didn't bother me, but it
has recently become more painful. What should I do? |
| If
you are in pain or suspect a possible progression
of your scoliosis curvature, a professional opinion
should be obtained. |
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| I
have enclosed all the particulars concerning my scoliosis
condition. What do you think would be the best treatment
for me? |
| As
lay persons, we are not in the postion to give medical
opinions. Each individual case of scoliosis, like
fingerprints, is different. Your physician or orthopedic
spine specialist is the person to consult. |
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| I
am preparing a science project on scoliosis and would
like to recieve information. Can you send me x-rays
and braces to illustrate my report? |
| We
are pleased about interest in scoliosis and hope our
material will be of assistance. You are in the position
to educate many people around you and, of course,
this is one of our goals. We do not have braces or
x-rays available. Check the resources
area of the site for further sources of information. |
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| How
can I get in touch others who are dealing with spinal
curvatures |
| The
Foundation maintains lists of support groups and pen
pal services. Please call or write to request this
information. |
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I lost my job and my insurance as a result of my scoliosis.
Now I realize treatment is available for adults. Where
can I find funds? |
| There
may be funds available through Medicare or the Social
Security Administration if you qualify. We are not
aware of other help available. |
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| Can
the National Scoliosis help me with my medical expenses? |
| The
National Scoliosis Foundation raises money for educational
purposes and materials to assist postural screening
programs in grades five through ten. We don't have
funds availible for patient expenses. For information
on free medical care for children 18 and under, call
the Shriner's Hospital toll free at (800) 237-5055. |
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| I
have been told that there are college scholarships
available for scoliosis patients. Whom do I contact
for information? |
| The
National Scoliosis Foundation does not have funds
or knowledge about such scholarships. |
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