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Advice From Our Experts Which Nonsurgical Treatments Help Adolescent Scoliosis? October 1, 2024 A pediatric spine surgeon at CHLA shares what parents should know about scoliosis bracing, the Schroth method and more. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs More Osteotomies Increase Curve Correction in Early Onset Scoliosis September 13, 2024 Study finds that more osteotomies lead to more curve correction—without increasing complications—for children with early onset scoliosis. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs Spinal Fusion Linked to Higher LIV for ‘Tweeners’ With Scoliosis July 31, 2024 A first-of-its-kind study finds that surgical strategy impacts the lowest instrumented vertebra in children ages 8-11 with scoliosis. Read more