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Treatment for Scoliosis
My mother has Scoliosis. We had MRI and X-Ray done and on that basis Spine specialist has suggested for Lumbar Decompression Stabilization Surgery. My Mother is unwilling for surgery. Is there any medication/Physiotherapy as an alternative ? Please suggest.
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COSMETIC surgery for scoliosis at the age of 60 yrs is not recommended.
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Dr. Vilas P Chavan
Orthopedic surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
Please share MRI Film
x-ray scan
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Rest and lumber support
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Dr. Pratik Kumar
Orthopedic Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Gorakhpur
Scoliosis doesn't need decompression
If she has disc bulge then decompression is needed.
Alternatively selective nerve block can be tried
Consult with your mri films
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