Living with scoliosis as an adult often involves navigating significant physical challenges. In addition to poor posture, adult scoliosis can cause chronic back pain and other problems that can make even simple daily tasks difficult. Fortunately, breakthroughs in surgical technology have paved the way for the development of cutting-edge, highly effective solutions for adult scoliosis….
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Understanding Back Surgery for Herniated Lumbar Discs
Back pain affects many people around the world and is one of the most common health problems. For some, the pain is brief and goes away on its own. For others, it can become a long-term issue that makes daily life difficult. If you have a herniated lumbar disc, you know how much it can…
Understanding Scoliosis Treatment for Seniors: Key Insights
Scoliosis treatment for seniors is an important aspect of spine health for older adults managing this condition. As we age, scoliosis can worsen or cause new symptoms, such as pain, reduced mobility, and difficulty maintaining a comfortable posture. Effective scoliosis treatment for seniors often focuses on relieving these symptoms and improving quality of life. For…
Is Spinal Fusion the Right Choice for Adult Scoliosis?
Is spinal fusion the right choice for treating scoliosis in adults? The answer depends on your symptoms, the severity of your condition, and how it impacts your daily life. The decision to undergo spinal fusion for adult scoliosis is a serious one. Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure designed to stabilize the spine and correct…
Different Types of Scoliosis Treatment Options
Your spine has a natural curve. However, genetics, a tumor, a spinal infection, an injury, or a birth defect can cause an abnormal curvature of the spine known as scoliosis. When it’s mild, it doesn’t require treatment and can be fairly unnoticeable. However, in more serious cases, Dr. Ahlgren or a member of his team…
Spinal & Cervical Fusion Surgery: Purpose, Procedure, Risks
Have you been experiencing constant, chronic pain in your neck or back? This pain may be an indication of a sprain, strain, or other soft tissue injury in your spine. Many times, minor injuries usually go away with rest and other conservative measures. However, if the problem is structural, surgery may be necessary to improve…
Benefits of spinal fusion surgery
It is true that many cases of back pain can be resolved using conservative treatment methods, especially if the underlying cause of the pain is a sprain, strain, and other soft tissue injury. However, patients with chronic back pain who do not get relief from nonsurgical treatments may have a structural issue in the spine….