According to a study published in The Lancet, new magnetically controlled growing rods can treat the spinal disorder scoliosis in children without the need for repeated invasive surgeries. The study was conducted by Professor Kenneth Cheung and Dr. Dino Samartzis, from the Department of...
I'm 16. I went to the doctor three months ago, about scoliosis. Because, my mom seen a hump on my left shoulder. Before, that in the summer time. I've been having back pains, In that area. Because, I've had three months of summer vacation(Military brat, my old school got out in May and this...
Most patients with scoliosis (curved spine) developing after age ten don't need routine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning before spine-straightening surgery, suggests a study in the April 14 issue of Spine. The journal is published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, a part of Wolters...
Scoliosis may sound like a frightening diagnosis, but proper treatment enables children with the condition to lead normal, active lives. Scoliosis refers to an abnormal curvature of the spine. Small curves are a normal part of spine anatomy and are not cause for concern, according to Dr. Daniel...
Hi, I am a 19 year old male who has a 53* Lumbar curve. I will try to get the surgery mid December during my school winter break so I can return to the gym during summer. My brothers Bday is on the 17th and my moms is on the 19th and I would hate to ruin their birthdays by having surgery on...
I'm going on a 7 night cruise, and I'm supposed to wear it every night, so I would just like to know it if was ok, or if they won't allow it. If I can, should I see if it fits in my carry on, or just put it in my suitcase? Maybe you could share the experience you had with going to a hotel with...
Im 13, and i have been diagnosed with scoliosis for about a year and a half, im male btw, but anyway, lately i have been worrying about it. My grandma and mom have scoliosis, and they didnt go mthrough scoliosis, but they were close to. so, i was just wondering, do u think i will have to wear a...
i have scoliosis and i don't know the degree of my spine. is there a rough estimate to know? i am going to a special place for scoliosis in a week and i am not sure if i will need a brace. I am 13 and i am worried i will have to wear it at school. help
and i also do 3 hours of dancing a week...