Idiopathic Scoliosis Patient Stories
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Spinal Fusion During COVID-19: Shane’s Story
When Shane’s spinal curve dramatically worsened, his CHOP orthopaedic team knew it was time to act. Then COVID-19 happened. Follow his spine surgery journey.
Kellyann’s Story: Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery for Scoliosis
When Kellyann was 14, she had an intense growth spurt, growing four inches taller. As a result, her scoliosis progressed suddenly to a 65-degree curve in her spine.
Posterior Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis During the COVID-19 Crisis: Sean’s Story
Sean and his family trusted CHOP Orthopaedics to perform spine surgery to correct Sean’s worsening scoliosis in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emma’s Story: Bracing for Scoliosis
A case of pneumonia led to the discovery that Emma had scoliosis. Diligence in adhering to her bracing treatment plan produced an amazing outcome.
Non-operative Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: Lindsay’s Story
Six years after being confined to a back brace to treat extreme scoliosis, Lindsay is now a sophomore with a successful clothing line that has generated thousands of dollars in support of scoliosis research.
Overcoming a Crooked Spine — Spine Surgery for Scoliosis Takes Aspiring Cheerleader from the Sidelines to Stardom
Tori's parents feared that surgery for Tori's worsening scoliosis would end her beloved gymnastics cheerleading career but the CHOP Orthopaedics team got her back into award-winning form.
Scoliosis: Courtney’s Story
At the age of 12, Courtney was diagnosed with scoliosis. By the time she turned 17, she needed surgery. Dr. Sankar performed a posterior spinal fusion with instrumentation that allowed Courtney to get back to dancing and compete nationally eight months after surgery.
Idiopathic Scoliosis and Spinal Fusion: Jillian’s Story
Just one year after having spine surgery at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to correct scoliosis, Jillian Payne was walking the runways as a professional model in New York City.
Idiopathic Scoliosis: Gina's Story
A back brace kept Gina's idiopathic scoliosis in check for years until a growth spurt at age 15. That's when her family sought surgical help from spine experts at CHOP.