Degenerative scoliosis (2)

Treatment

In some cases, the symptoms can be relieved and activities of daily living can be maintained by appropriate pharmacologic treatment. For patients with their daily function severely affected despite of non-surgical treatment, surgical decompression and reconstruction can be considered after taking into the accounts the pros and cons in particular patient’s medical co-morbidities.




Surgery

The purpose of the surgery is to reduce pressure on the nerve, stabilize and improve the spine alignment by instrumentation and fusion. 3D computer navigation helps to reduce the difficulty and improve the precision of screw insertion in the deformed areas.

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It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your personal physician.

Degenerative scoliosis (1)

 

Symptoms

Scoliosis means abnormal lateral curvature in the spine. There are different kinds of scoliosis. While the others kinds presents mainly in childhood and adolescent with purely deformity, the degenerative scoliosis mainly affects the elderly population by not only deformity but also neurological symptoms. It is regarded as the most severe stage of spine degeneration.



Clinical signs

Detailed clinical consultation, examination would identify the functional impairment and neurological deficit. Standing and dynamic x-ray examination measures the deformity and instability. MRI scan helps to precisely locate the area of nerve compression. Other examinations like CT scan and nerve root block may be necessary in some cases.



Exercise

Physiotherapy is an effective way to strengthen your muscles. The strong muscles can help to maintain a correct position of the spine. Low-impact activities can increase overall fitness without straining the back.

Reference information: www.ispine.com.hk

It is not intended as medical advice to any specific person. If you have any need for personal advice or have any questions regarding your health, please consult your personal physician.