Parents and teens: Untreated scoliosis can lead to severe curve progression, chronic pain, limited mobility, and in extreme cases can affect lung function. Early detection and appropriate treatment are vital.
The X-rays below are from a patient in her early 40s whose scoliosis went unnoticed and untreated through adolescence. She is now facing a significantly larger and more complex surgical correction than she would have needed if treated at the right time.
Early treatment as a child or teenager could have avoided the significantly more complex surgery she now requires. Sharing this case to help spread awareness of the importance of timely scoliosis evaluation and care.
About Dr. Zeeshan Sardar
Dr. Sardar, MD, MSc, F.R.C.S.C, is Co-Chief of Spinal Deformity Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University, specializing in scoliosis in adolescents and adults, including complex late-presenting and revision cases. To schedule a consultation, call 212-932-5187 or visit the contact page.
X-rays shared for educational purposes with patient’s consent. This post does not constitute individualized medical advice.