Most scoliosis surgeons agree that children who have very severe curves (45-50° and higher) will need surgery to lessen the curve and prevent it from getting worse. The operation for scoliosis is a spinal fusion.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
There are three proven treatments for scoliosis — observation, bracing, and surgery. Your doctor will recommend one of these treatments based on the severity of the scoliosis and the physical maturity of your child.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Neuromuscular scoliosis (NMS) is a type of scoliosis that can occur in children who have medical conditions that impair their ability to control the muscles that support the spine. A few of the more common conditions associated with NMS include muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and spina bifida.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Congenital scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that is caused by a defect that is present at birth. It is much less common than the type of scoliosis that begins in adolescence. Children with congenital scoliosis sometimes have other health issues, such as kidney or bladder problems.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Scoliosis is a sideways curve in the spine commonly seen in children and adolescents. This article provides answers to questions parents and their children often have when first diagnosed with scoliosis, including information about causes, screenings, and current research.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
A series of printable PDF handouts addressing some of the most common musculoskeletal conditions and treatments in plain, straightforward language. Handouts can be printed and used as they are—or they can be easily customized with a practice logo.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure used to correct problems with the small bones of the spine (vertebrae). It is essentially a "welding" process. The basic idea is to fuse together two or more vertebrae so that they heal into a single, solid bone.| orthoinfo.aaos.org
A lower limb length discrepancy is a difference between the lengths of the legs. A difference in leg length usually becomes obvious to parents as their child begins to crawl and walk. A lower limb length discrepancy may be present at birth or may be caused by an illness or injury.| orthoinfo.aaos.org