Business Description
Surgical treatment of scoliosis may be indicated for any of these reasons:
To prevent further progression of the curve
To control the curve when brace treatment is unsuccessful
To improve an undesired cosmetic appearance
For reasons of discomfort or postural fatigue
The most common surgical treatment for scoliosis is a spinal fusion using special stainless steel/titanium rods, hooks, screws and bone graft to carefully straighten the curved portion of the spine. In suitable patients, the surgery can be achieved through thoracoscopic “keyhole” techniques that require only 4 to 5 small openings on the side of the chest. Using modern spinal instrumentation, scoliosis patients who have undergone surgery lead normal and independent lives and can participate in most, if not all forms of sports. However, in the first few months after surgery, they need to be careful with physical activities.
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