A Multi-Ethnic Alignment Normative Study (MEANS) We have had the privilege of collaborating with multiple international sites to establish a cohort of asymptomatic volunteers (468) with no prior spinal pathology. This was done to develop a more detailed understanding of spinal alignment. We have to understand normal to identify abnormal ! I am proud toContinue reading “What is Normal Spinal Alignment ?”
Author Archives: Dr. Zeeshan Sardar, MD, MSc, F.R.C.S.C
Navigating Airport Security with Spinal Implants
Attention to those with spinal fusion implants or considering scoliosis surgery! You may be detected by metal detectors at the airport. Ease your travel by filling out the TSA notification card and present it to the agents. Opting for the Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) machine is often a smoother choice instead of the walk-through metalContinue reading “Navigating Airport Security with Spinal Implants”
Untreated Scoliosis: Consequences of Delay in Detection or Treatment
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 significantlyContinue reading “Untreated Scoliosis: Consequences of Delay in Detection or Treatment”
Scoliosis Screening with a Scoliometer: Your Pediatrician’s Powerful Tool
Hello, teens and parents! Today, let’s dive into how your pediatrician or primary care physician can use a scoliometer to screen for scoliosis. This simple yet effective tool is a game-changer in ensuring early detection and optimal spine health. What is a Scoliometer? A scoliometer is a device that your pediatrician might use during aContinue reading “Scoliosis Screening with a Scoliometer: Your Pediatrician’s Powerful Tool”
Straighten Up: Easy Ways to Check for Scoliosis at Home
For parents of children between the ages of 10 and 18, it is worth knowing some simple ways to screen for scoliosis at home. These are not a substitute for a professional evaluation, but they can help identify changes that warrant a check-up. Three Simple Home Screening Steps When to Seek Evaluation If you noticeContinue reading “Straighten Up: Easy Ways to Check for Scoliosis at Home”
Demystifying Scoliosis: Q&A Part 2
Continuing to address common questions about scoliosis for patients, parents, and families: About Dr. Zeeshan SardarDr. 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, kyphosis, and complex spinal deformity. To schedule a consultation, call 212-932-5187 or visit the contact page. ThisContinue reading “Demystifying Scoliosis: Q&A Part 2”
Navigating Scoliosis Together
As a scoliosis surgeon, I frequently engage with adolescents and their parents who are navigating a new scoliosis diagnosis. Here are answers to some of the most common questions I hear: Every patient’s journey with scoliosis is unique. Seek specialist evaluation for personalized information and treatment options. About Dr. Zeeshan SardarDr. Sardar, MD, MSc, F.R.C.S.C,Continue reading “Navigating Scoliosis Together”
The impact of scoliosis on health in adult patients
A landmark study published in Spine highlights the debilitating impact of scoliosis and spinal deformity on the health and quality of life of adult patients. Patients with scoliosis of the lower back and forward-stooped posture (sagittal malalignment) were found to be more disabled — by validated health-related quality of life measures — than patients withContinue reading “The impact of scoliosis on health in adult patients”