Details of Scoliosis Spine Surgery

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine. This can create major problems in long term.

• Uneven shoulders
• Uneven hips
• Rotating spine
• Out shoulder blade
• Back pain

• Birth defects
• Neurological abnormalities
• Genetic conditions
• Muscular dystrophy
• Cerebral palsy

• Physical exam
• Imaging like, Bone scan, CT scan, X-ray & MRI scan

During the procedure, the vertebrae is fused together using a bone graft, rods, and screws. The rods keep your spine in a straight position, and the screws hold them in place.

• Pain
• Infection
• Nerve damage
• Failure to heal
• Excessive bleeding