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[|Human|] im 29 years old I have been diagnosed with serve scolisis. my job refuses to accomadate my disability. I have been going to therapy but its not working. they force me to sit for 10 plus hours a day. my spine is curved at 23 degrees from the neck to the tail bone. I have trouble walking, siting or any activity. what can I do pleas help. my left side ribs are sticking out threw my back my muscles are so tight its pulling my nerves what are my options. I live in Wisconsin.
[|AI|]  Hello, I have gone through your query and understand your concern. I think they are asking you to wear a brace and sit for many hours. We used to recommend the Braces for the Scoliosis initially, and it is also compulsory to wear to minimize the scoliosis. Usually we do not recommend surgery for scoliosis less than 50 degrees. As your scoliosis is just 23 degrees, you do not need surgery. You can be well managed with conservative management like braces. I understand you may have trouble in walking, siting etc. But it is common in scoliosis patients. If you feel some discomfort with brace, just ask your doctor to change the brace and try another kind of brace. If still the nerve pain is worse and debilitating, then you may go for surgery. Usual surgical option is fusion of vertebra. Hope this helps. Please write back for further queries. Wishing you good health.