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Advanced Scoliosis Treatment

Advanced scoliosis treatment may require surgery or some type of pain management regimen. Both children and adults may experience symptoms of advanced scoliosis.

  1. Function

    • Advanced scoliosis treatment in a child who is still growing and has a curve of 25 to 30 degrees may require bracing, according to MedlinePlus. Although the brace does not reverse the curve, it applies pressure to help straighten the spine and reduce continued curvature advancement.

    Types

    • For some, according to WebMD, surgery may be the choice of action for advanced scoliosis treatment. One type of surgery involves spinal fusion and attaching rods to the spine. Other surgical corrections may not involve the fusion process.

    Considerations

    • Advanced scoliosis treatment will take into consideration the age of the patient and the degree of curvature. According to the Texas Back Institute, curvature of 40 to 50 degrees is a likely time to consider surgery for a child.

    Expectations

    • Expect a regimen of physical therapy or specific exercises for the treatment of advanced scoliosis. Maintaining strong muscle support is important for managing scoliosis.

    Warning

    • The Mayo Clinic lists possible complications from advanced scoliosis treatment as spinal cord or nerve damage, infection, bleeding and pain.

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