Tethering surgery is a rather new procedure that is not yet widely
available. It requires surgeons trained specifically in spinal surgery,
specialized equipment, and other specific know-how. The surgery is
usually performed as an inpatient procedure with days spent in a
hospital. Recovery from tethering surgery has been known to last for
several months, and the patient may need to wear a brace to immobilize
the spine during the healing. Scoliosis Tethering Surgery is usually the answer when such treatments as bracing do not work. The
surgery is usually recommended for patients whose spinal curvature
exceeds 45 degrees and who are still growing. This is because tethering
surgery encourages towering growth of the vertebrae to correct the
curvature.
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