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- Adult Scoliosis: Diagnostic Process
During a patient's evaluation for adult scoliosis, the patient's personal and family medical histories are reviewed. The evaluation includes a thorough physical and neurological examination with spinal x-rays.
- Adult Scoliosis: Treatment and Recovery
Scoliosis in an adult causes spinal deformity, and it may cause pain. Depending on the severity of the abnormal curve, the condition may be treated using moist heat, medication, and exercise. Most patients with adult scoliosis do not need surgery.
- Adult Spinal Deformity: Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis
Scoliosis, kyphosis, and sagittal imbalance are types of spinal deformity. Scoliosis is a three-dimensional deformity that affects the coronal, sagittal, and axial planes.
- Advancement in Surgical Treatment of Scoliosis
Spine surgery to correct scoliosis today includes minimally invasive techniques that reduce scarring, blood loss during surgery, and post-operative pain. Learn why this surgical option may be right for certain types of spinal curves.
- Advances in the Surgical Management of Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
Thoracoscopic anterior release and fusion is an advanced surgical technique for correction of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). In this procedure, the thoracic spine is accessed through small incisions on the side of the chest.
- After Scoliosis Surgery: Pain Management, Activity, Eating, Hospital Discharge
Doctor Lonner explains how postoperative pain is managed and when patients can be released from the hospital.
- An In Depth Review of Scoliosis: Clinical
Along with physical examination of the spine, family history of spinal deformity is looked for since certain types of spinal deformity are more prevalent within families.
- An In Depth Review of Scoliosis: Idiopathic Scoliosis
The most common type of scoliosis is adolescent idiopathic and is seen with equal frequency in boys and girls at low curve magnitudes. Girls have a higher risk for development of curve progression than boys.
- An In Depth Review of Scoliosis: Radiographic Imaging
Radiographs (x-rays) are used to assess the contour of the spinal column and to rule out congenital, developmental, degenerative or neoplastic abnormalities.
- An In Depth Review of Scoliosis: Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Treatment choice in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is determined by a complex equation which includes the patient's physiologic (not chronologic) maturity, curve magnitude and location and potential for progression.
- Anatomy of Scoliosis
Normal spinal curves are either kyphotic or lordotic and are important to spinal balance and flexibility.
- Bracing for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Idiopathic Scoliosis and curvature of the spine. Bracing techniques have been used throughout history. Descriptions and examples of modern day techniques.
- Bracing: A Treatment Option for Scoliosis
Spine specialists consider the scoliosis patient's age, number of growing years that remain, curve pattern and size, and likely rate of progression when developing a treatment plan.
- Causes of Scoliosis
There are many different types of scoliosis including idiopathic, congenital, adult or degenerative, and neuromuscular.
- Childhood Scoliosis: Treatment and Recovery
A treatment plan is determined by the child's age, remaining growth potential, curve pattern and magnitude, anticipated rate of progression, and appearance.
- Childhood Scoliosis: Diagnostic Steps
A small percent of children will be found to have scoliosis; an abnormal spinal curve. Learn how this condition is properly diagnosed.
- Clinical Trials and Scoliosis
Current clinical trials treating scoliosis are featured.
- Common Questions about Scoliosis Surgery
Doctor Lonner answers some commonly asked questions about life after scoliosis surgery.
- Common Scoliosis Questions
Scoliosis is a complex disorder. Presented here are many common questions patient ask and the answers.
- Congenital and Neuromuscular Scoliosis - An In Depth Review of Scoliosis
Congenital scoliosis is caused by abnormal vertebral formation. Vertebral absence, partial formation or lack of separation can cause asymmetrical growth and resultant deformity.
- Deformity and Scoliosis
Progressive deformity and dissatisfaction with appearance are also important concerns for patients and family members.
- Exams and Tests for Scoliosis
Early scoliosis diagnosis and treatment is the best way to prevent curve progression. If you suspect your child has scoliosis, see the doctor.
- Facts and Tips about Scoliosis
Five interesting facts and tips about scoliosis.
- From One Scoliosis Bracer to Another
Bracing for scoliosis raises many questions for children and parents. Let's try to answer some of those questions, including how the brace is made and why this is a good treatment option for some children. Includes tips on getting used to the brace.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis Spine Chat Video
This video with Christopher DeWald, M.D. of Rush Presbyterian in Chicago discusses the causes and treatment of scoliosis in children and young adults.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Anterior Thoracoscopic Correction
Anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis. A complete description for patients and parents dealing with this disease.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Discectomy
An excellent description of the exposure and discectomy performed as a part of the anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Graft Harvest for Fusion
The graft harvest stage of an anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Options of Fixation and Fusion of Thoracic Curves
The development of new techniques along with new technology has allowed for enormous changes in the treatment of idiopathic scoliosis and has given surgeons and patients a wide variety of options.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Pre-Op Planning
In this multi-part article, the author discusses a surgical technique for anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Rod Measurement and Placement
An excellent description of the exposure and discectomy performed as a part of the anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Surgical (OR) Setup and Equipment
View the set up of equipment in the operating room for an anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Surgical Compression and Closure
Compression and closure discussion and photos of an anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Surgical Results
A review of the patients who underwent anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis, the complications and conclusions.
- Idiopathic Scoliosis: Surgical Screw Placement
Description with excellent images of screw placement in an anterior thoracoscopic correction of idiopathic scoliosis.
- In Depth Review of Scoliosis: Introduction
An introduction to Scoliosis from the Scoliosis Research Society in conjunction with SpineUniverse.com.
- Is Surgery the Best Scoliosis Treatment Option?
It's important to seek treatment for scoliosis to prevent the abnormal spine curve from progressing. Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common form of scoliosis, and it can be treated in many ways, such as observation, bracing, and surgery.
- Lordosis
Lordosis can cause extreme inward curve of the lower back. This condition is also referred to as 'swayback'.
- Management of Idiopathic (Adolescent) Scoliosis
When an adolescent is identified with scoliosis, management should be guided by informed choices that include the patient, family members, and the health care provider.
- Minimally Invasive Surgery for Scoliosis
Abnormal thoracic curves causing scoliosis can be stabilized utilizing minimally invasive surgical procedures that result in less pain and superior recovery rates.
- New Surgical Treatments for Scoliosis: Vertebral Body Stapling and Wedge Osteotomies
Vertebral stapling avoids the need to fuse the spine to correct the curvature. Therefore, movement and flexibility can be maintained, allowing for preserved motion and less chance for back pain in adulthood.
- New Video Surgical Spine Procedure Means Less Risk; Much Shorter Recovery for Patients
The Shriners Hospitals for Children present one child's experience with Idiopathic Scoliosis and his subsequent thoracoscopic surgery to correct the deformity.
- Nursing Care for Scoliosis Patients
Sarah is a 12 year old junior high school student who was screened by the school nurse for scoliosis. Follow her through diagnosis, surgery and recovery for scoliosis.
- Patient and Family Participation in Scoliosis Treatment
Patients and families should be actively involved in managing idiopathic scoliosis because that positively influences the treatment outcome. There are various treatments to try before surgery, such as braces.
- Preparing Your Child for Spine Surgery
This Spine Chat video with Mary Rodts, MS, MSA, CNP, ONC, FAAN will help parents to learn the best ways to help their children face spinal surgery without fear.
- Recovery from Scoliosis Surgery
Many doctor approved tips for patients and their caregivers to consider after scoliosis surgery.
- Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a side to side curvature of the spine which is most often first noted in childhood. There are two main types of scoliosis.
- Scoliosis in Adults
Scoliosis in an adult may cause spinal deformity and pain. Depending on the severity of the abnormal curve, the condition may be treated using bracing or spine surgery.
- Scoliosis in Children: A Complex Disorder
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is more common among girls, but it does affect boys, too. Fortunately, severe cases aren’t as prevalent as smaller, more manageable curves. Read how abnormal curves in the spine are diagnosed and treated.
- Scoliosis Prevention and Relief
Scoliosis can be difficult to detect. Knowing what to look for is helpful. Listed are 5 physical characteristics associated with scoliosis.
- Scoliosis Screening: What Are We Looking For?
It is recommended that children be screened for scoliosis regularly at checkups and through school screening programs. What do doctors look for when they check a child's spine and why are regular checkups so important?
- Scoliosis Screenings at School
Scoliosis is best treated by a professional team, and the school nurse often is the first link in the identification and treatment of scoliosis. Here's what the nurse is looking for during a school screening for scoliosis.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Anterior (Front) Approach and Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
One type of surgical procedure used to treat scoliosis is called video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery, or VATS.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Approaches and Procedures
The different types of spine surgery used to treat spinal deformities such as scoliosis are outlined here.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Corey McConnell's Experience
Corey underwent anterior-posterior spinal fusion surgery for her scoliosis. She tells the story of her personal experience both pre- and post-surgery.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Curve Considerations
Curves tend to be more flexible in younger patients and more rigid in adults.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Degenerative Conditions and Crankshaft Phenomenon
Degenerative changes make the spine stiffer.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Flatback Syndrome (Kyphosis)
Kyphosis or flatback syndrome was initially described in patients who had been treated with Harrington spinal instrumentation.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Flatback Syndrome and Surgery
Flatback syndrome develops form a straightening of the normal lordosis (inward sway) in the lumbar spine.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Goals and Considerations
Scoliosis surgery is complex and the reasons why a child undergoes surgical treatment is may differ from an adult.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Preparation Steps and Surgical Risks
The author explains what steps are taken before surgery and the risks.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Rib Hump and Curve Correction
The goals of scoliosis surgery include reducing the size of the rib hump and curve correction
- Scoliosis Surgery: Spinal Fusion
Surgery for scoliosis and other types of spinal deformities requires the spine to eventually be fused solid.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Step by Step through Treatment
An index to Dr. Baron Lonner's series about scoliosis surgery.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Treating Kyphosis
The goal of spine surgery to correct kyphosis is to restore the spine to normal kyphosis, which is a curve between 20 and 50 degrees.
- Scoliosis Surgery: Vertebral Column Resection
Vertebral column resection involves removing one or more vertebrae from the spine to help correct severe spinal deformity.
- Scoliosis Treatments: How Do Doctors Know if Your Spine's Curve Will Get Worse?
Even though two scoliosis patients are the same age and their curves are about the same, doctors may recommend different treatments. It depends on the skeletal maturity -- how much growth is left. Learn how doctors choose scoliosis treatments.
- Scoliosis: A Three-Dimensional Problem
The spine is a three-dimensional structure and scoliosis is a 3-D problem. Doctor Baron Lonner explains the different types of anatomical planes in relationship to scoliosis.
- Scoliosis: An Introduction
Scoliosis is a side to side curvature of the spine which is most often first noted in childhood. Idiopathic and compensatory are two types of scoliosis.
- Scoliosis: Before and After X-Rays of Surgery Performed on a Teenager
Before and after surgery x-rays of a teenager with scoliosis.
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
Curves are measured in degrees and persons with curves measuring under thirty degrees entering adulthood are considered having a mild curve while those over 60 degrees are considered severe.
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
Radiograph image of a teenager in a brace for 18 months. On the left is an X-ray of the person before starting brace treatment. On the right is the same person 18 months after wearing a brace 23 hours per day.
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
X-rays show the scoliotic curve before and after surgical correction using rods.
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
Before and after x-rays showing surgical correction of scoliosis using rods.
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
These are four views of the spine as seen through the endoscope. The views are taken through the chest .
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
This teenager's scoliotic curve was increasing out of balance. The x-ray shows the spine's return to the center of gravity.
- Scoliosis: Curvature of the Spine and Surgical Treatment of this Disorder
This is a side view or lateral view. It shows the bodies of the vertebra with the screws and rod in place. Note the slight sway back which is built into the correction.
- Scoliosis: Patient Information from the American Chiropractic Association
For patients with back pain along with scoliosis, manipulation and exercise may be of help.
- Scoliosis: Post-Operative Lateral X-Ray
A post-operative x-ray of the lateral (side) view of a scoliotic spine.
- Scoliosis: Questions/Answers
Your questions about scoliosis are answered by the Cleveland Clinic.
- Scoliosis: Spinal view through Endoscope
Pictures of scoliosis through an endoscope.
- Scoliosis; before and after brace x-rays
X-rays of a teenager diagnosed with scoliosis. The radiographs show the spine before and after brace treatment.
- Spinal Deformity in Adults and Surgical Treatment Advances
Keith Bridwell, M.D. discusses the types of spine surgery used to treat idiopathic and degenerative adult spinal deformities. Included is information about recent surgical advancements that includes BMP.
- Spinal Deformity in Adults: Common Types of Idiopathic and Degenerative Disorders
Scoliosis, kyphosis, and sagittal imbalance are types of spinal deformity. In this article, Dr. Keith Bridwell provides his expertise on these disorders and their treatment.
- Surgery for Scoliosis
The goal of scoliosis surgery is to stop the curve from getting worse, and restore the spine to a more normal alignment and appearance.
- Surgical Management of Scoliosis
Unfortunately, some cases of idiopathic scoliosis do require surgery. Most of the time, surgery is done to prevent the deformity from progressing in the future. Learn about this type of surgery in this easy-to-understand article.
- Symptoms of Scoliosis
The symptoms of scoliosis are not always easy to spot, and you may not notice the symptoms until the school nurse detects something.
- The Spine and Scoliosis
A guide providing a complete overview of scoliosis, from causes to braces to surgery. This thorough information will help patients and families understand scoliosis, how it affects daily life, and treatments that will stop the curve from progressing.
- Thoracoscopy in the Treatment of Scoliosis
New thoracoscopy treatments for scoliosis demonstrate a major technological step forward in the treatment of Scoliosis. In this procedure, highly skilled spinal surgeons approach from the side of the chest wall for maximum access.
- What Causes Adult Spinal Deformity?
The causes of spinal deformity are mutlifold as some deformities are idiopathic (cause unknown) with superimposed degenerative changes.
- What is Scoliosis?
For children especially, it can be frightening to learn they have scoliosis.
- What You Need to Know About Scoliosis
Doctor Thomas Kuivila of the Cleveland Clinic answers many of the most common questions patients and their families ask about scoliosis.
- When is Childhood Scoliosis Treated with Bracing?
Although scoliosis mostly affects girls, boys can develop it too. Since scoliosis tends to run in families, it is advisable to tell your child's doctor if another family member has or had scoliosis.
- X-rays and Tests before Scoliosis Surgery
Scoliosis surgery may require many differerents kinds of preoperative tests.
- Your Scoliosis Surgery: What You Should Know
Each year, thousands of adults and children undergo spine surgery to treat scoliosis. The type of surgery depends on the type of scoliosis, so this article gives brief explanations of each type. Also includes x-rays showing the types of scoliosis.
