I’m a sophomore in high school, and i’ve been having back pain for about 8 months, and i’m in physical therapy right now. They say that I have too much curvature in the bottom of my spine, but that I can fix it with the therapy. If I get it back to normal, can I still join the Marines when i’m older?
#1 by petefisc on February 3, 2010 - 7:52 pm
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They will take your age into account, your currant status and the MOS you are considering Devil Pup! If all is well and you have no issues now, you are upfront and honest with your medical history the Corpsmen will have to check it out. They will take everything into account, don’t give up hope just yet, you would be squared away I am sure!
#2 by Jimmy P on February 3, 2010 - 11:34 pm
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Yes you can. However, you will receive an extensive physical before joining.
#3 by Squee on February 4, 2010 - 4:22 am
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Yes you can. they are taking anyone that will sign up. so your good. Because my brother in law has the same problem and he’s now on his second tour in Iraq.
#4 by Ricky M. on February 4, 2010 - 5:48 am
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it probably will, even if you get it fixed. the marines are strict. best of luck though
#5 by pablo_as on February 4, 2010 - 12:19 pm
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see a sports orthopedic surgeon
#6 by Steve on February 4, 2010 - 5:37 pm
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i dont think it should, call a recruiter and ask =]