Tethered cord occurs when the spinal cord gets stuck to the bottom of the spinal column and is stretched. Learn about how tethered cord is treated.
X-ray images are the most common tool used to assess scoliosis. Find out how X-rays provide images for tracking the growth and development of scoliosis.
There are certain people who need to know about your scoliosis surgery. Read about why you should inform your dentist and airport security.
Meningitis is an infection of the fluid and protective layers of tissue around the brain and spinal column. Read about the causes of meningitis as well as prevention and treatment.
There are certain preparatory steps that must be followed prior to having surgery. Learn about some things to avoid leading up to an operation for scoliosis.
An MRI may be used to assess spines with scoliosis. Find out more about MRI procedures as well as when and why they are used.
Cancer treatment requires different types of medication, each of which may be given in a different way. Lean about the most common ways to receive chemotherapy and other medications and what to expect.
Learn what self-monitoring means, why it is important during treatment and how you can practice it.
Complications following scoliosis surgery can occur. Learn about the side effects of surgery, and what to look for in your recovering teen.
Read about some of the complications that can arise after having scoliosis surgery. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.
Find out what happens when your child enters the operating room to when they are moved into their room. A guide for what your child can expect during scoliosis surgery.
Learn how chemotherapy for acute childhood leukemias is administered and possible side effects children receiving chemotherapy may experience.
Information for parents about hereditary multiple osteochondromas (previously called hereditary multiple exostoses), a genetic condition that causes growths (bumps) on the bones.
Read about some of the disadvantages of having surgery to correct scoliosis, as well as some of the disadvantages of not having surgery.
Your child needs to take the medicine called methotrexate. This information sheet explains what methotrexate does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Learn about what your child should expect when preparing for scoliosis surgery, including a pre-surgery teaching session, X-rays, clinical photos, blood work and other imaging tests.
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A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
