Scoliosis Surgery

Technological advancements have made all kinds of surgery relatively easy, and Scoliosis Surgery is no exception. Earlier, patients underwent a drawn-out process of surgery, followed by treatment and casting. They also took several months to recover. Today, although Scoliosis Surgery still takes several hours, patients are released within a week. In addition, post-operative bracing is required only for certain kinds of surgery.

Surgery is the only method to rectify congenital Scoliosis . In other types of Scoliosis, such as adult Scoliosis or adolescent Scoliosis, Surgery is reserved for very severe curves. It is generally used as the last resort, after the patient does not respond to bracing.

Doctors recommend surgery for children and adolescents with curves greater than 40 degrees. Adults with such curves, who are experiencing pain and discomfort, are also advised by doctors to undergo surgery…

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