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      After scoliosis surgery

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      Every patient’s recovery following scoliosis surgery is different. Read about what to expect immediately following an operation for scoliosis.

      Outcomes for premature babies

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      Learn about possible outcomes for premature babies.

      Scoliosis: Understanding diagnosis

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      This page gives a brief introduction to the diagnosis of scoliosis. Usually a health-care professional doing a routine scoliosis check at the school will pick up on the problem, although sometimes a parent notices it first.

      Teens, parents, surgeons... who's thinking what?

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      There are a number of concerns that arise around scoliosis. Find out how these different concerns rank among the patients, their families and their surgeons.

      About scoliosis

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      Scoliosis is a condition that causes your child’s spine to curve sideways. Learn about the different types of scoliosis, some of its causes, and the risk factors that can increase your child's chance of developing a more severe curve.

      Your emotions: At home after scoliosis surgery

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      When it is time to go home following your scoliosis surgery you may feel nervous or afraid. Learn about some coping techniques that may help you.

      Helping your teen cope with scoliosis surgery

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      Having scoliosis surgery can be a very emotionally difficult experience for a teenager. Learn about common stressors as well as how to cope with them.

      Scoliosis surgery: How did other teens decide?

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      Watch video interviews with teens that have had surgery for their scoliosis. Learn about their reasons for deciding to have scoliosis surgery.

      Scoliosis surgery in boys

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      Most scoliosis research focuses on girls. Read about the similarities and differences between boys and girls in their experiences with scoliosis.

      Is scoliosis surgery for you?

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      Read about factors to consider when deciding whether to have scoliosis surgery. These factors include age, growth, and the degree of the Cobb curve.

      Preparing for scoliosis surgery

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      Learn about what to expect when preparing for a scoliosis surgery, including X-rays, clinical photos, pulmonary assessment, and blood work.

      Leaving the hospital after scoliosis surgery

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      Find out what needs to happen in order for you to be discharged from the hospital after having scoliosis surgery, including your physical abilities.

      Scoliosis resources

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      This page lists some useful websites that can help you learn more about scoliosis.

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      The future of scoliosis

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      Find out what researchers are exploring as possible treatments and preventative techniques for scoliosis, including genetic testing.

      Katie's scoliosis story

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      Read about the experiences of teenagers who have had scoliosis surgery and their first hand accounts of their fears, relationships, and recovery.

      Scoliosis

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      Scoliosis is a sideways curvature in the spine. This curve can lead to changes in your child's shoulders, ribcage, pelvis, waist and the overall shape of their back. Find information about the diagnosis and treatment of scoliosis.

      Scoliosis

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      Learn what is involved in scoliosis surgery, what to expect when you are recovering and how to cope with your emotions, and your friends and family.

      FAQs for scoliosis surgeons

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      Find out the answers to several frequently asked questions about scoliosis from leading spine surgeons. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.

      Scoliosis: At home

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      This page is an introduction to the At Home section of the scoliosis resource centre. It touches on building back your teen's food intake after scoliosis surgery, going back to school, and getting back to normal.

      Your scoliosis surgery

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      Here is an introduction to scoliosis surgery. Links are provided to pages that give information about what will happen before, during, and after surgery.

      Helping your teen decide about scoliosis surgery

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      The Ottawa personal decision guide can be a useful decision-making tool, which can be used when deciding whether or not to have scoliosis surgery.

      Scoliosis and emotional issues

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      Having scoliosis can be emotionally upsetting for young children and teenagers. Find out about some common issues they face, such as negative self-image and increased stress.

      What does scoliosis look like?

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      There are five different curve patterns in the spines of children with scoliosis. Learn about these, and other physical changes that can occur.

      Substance use and substance use disorder: Overview

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      Find out which substances teens use most often, and why, and what to do if you are concerned about your teen’s substance use.

      Monitoring after scoliosis surgery

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      After a scoliosis operation, doctors and nurses will monitor your pain and recovery using a variety of different techniques. Read about the tests they use.

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