Spinal Deformity Surgeries for Adults and Children
Scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis are some of the common spinal deformities treated by Dr. Linville.
Scoliosis and kyphosis are both spine deformities that affect the shape of the spine. For patients with scoliosis, the spine is generally s-shaped horizontally along their back. Patients with kyphosis, commonly known as hunchback, have an abnormally curved spine. Although the condition is sometimes associated with osteoporosis, it can also manifest in children and is especially common during adolescence.
Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebra slips, most commonly at the base of the spine. Although spondylolisthesis can result from trauma, it can also manifest as a birth defect, which is why many patients treated for spondylolisthesis are children and adolescents.
Scoliosis, kyphosis, and spondylolisthesis can sometimes be treated with a combination of chiropractic care, physical therapy, and other non-invasive treatment methods. In extreme cases, the condition may be best addressed with spinal fusion.