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March 13, 2025
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Posterior dynamic distraction had better short-term outcomes vs. vertebral body tethering

Posterior dynamic distraction had better short-term outcomes vs. vertebral body tethering

SAN DIEGO — Results showed posterior dynamic distraction device better index correction, less blood loss and shorter length of stay compared with vertebral body tethering for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

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February 18, 2025
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At-home digital therapy program may be effective for scoliosis vs. conventional therapy

At-home digital therapy program may be effective for scoliosis vs. conventional therapy

Published results showed a home-based digital rehabilitation program consisting of scoliosis-specific exercises was associated with reduced Cobb angle for patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis compared with conventional therapy.

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August 05, 2024
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Novel posterior column osteotomy technique may improve deformity correction in scoliosis

Novel posterior column osteotomy technique may improve deformity correction in scoliosis

Results showed a novel posterior column osteotomy technique may be effective in improving deformity correction in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis undergoing posterior spinal fusion.

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May 21, 2024
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VIDEO: Neural axis abnormalities may not necessitate neurosurgical intervention

VIDEO: Neural axis abnormalities may not necessitate neurosurgical intervention

In this video, Kevin M. Neal, MD, discussed the relationship between rates of neural axis abnormalities in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and the potential need for neurosurgical intervention.

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May 20, 2024
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VIDEO: Use of novel device may avoid spine fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

VIDEO: Use of novel device may avoid spine fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

In this video, Kevin M. Neal, MD, discussed a novel posterior dynamic distraction device that may be effective for treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.

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August 23, 2023
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Deep learning model provided mobile assessment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Deep learning model provided mobile assessment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Published results showed a smartphone app-based validated deep learning model was able to diagnose and monitor adolescent idiopathic scoliosis at minimal cost with no additional radiation.

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June 29, 2023
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3D imaging, selective fusion may improve adolescent idiopathic scoliosis treatment

3D imaging, selective fusion may improve adolescent idiopathic scoliosis treatment

Use of 3D imaging, selective fusion and limiting construct length may improve the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, according to results.

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May 17, 2023
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Liposomal bupivacaine decreases opioids in adolescents undergoing posterior spinal fusion

Liposomal bupivacaine decreases opioids in adolescents undergoing posterior spinal fusion

Results showed a postoperative pain management protocol with liposomal bupivacaine decreased opioids and length of stay and improved ambulation in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis who underwent posterior spinal fusion.

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February 23, 2023
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Vertebral body tethering may not improve Cobb angle in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Vertebral body tethering may not improve Cobb angle in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Vertebral body tethering may not improve major Cobb angle in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, according to results presented at the International Congress on Early Onset Scoliosis and the Growing Spine.

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October 24, 2022
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Spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis yielded high return to sport rates

Spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis yielded high return to sport rates

Results showed patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis who were released to unrestricted activity at 4 to 8 weeks after posterior spinal fusion had high return to sport rates with a rapid return to baseline performance levels.

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