Scoliosis refers to the development of a sideways or “S”-shaped curve in the spine. While this disorder commonly occurs in children and adolescents as idiopathic scoliosis, degenerative scoliosis tends to occur in some people as they get older. Degenerative scoliosis can signify a serious degenerative spinal disorder, so a proper diagnosis is essential to effective…
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Responsibilities of an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Many orthopedic surgeons specialize in treating a certain area of the body or type of condition. They may focus on sports injuries, arthritis injuries, inherited (congenital) disorders, back issues, and more. An orthopedic spine surgeon specializes in issues that affect the back, and they can offer both nonsurgical and surgical treatment to help the patient…