Center for Excellence in Spine

When and Why to Choose a Pediatric Spine Specialist

When and Why to Choose a Pediatric Spine Specialist

Your child may look or act like a miniature version of you. Still, on the inside, crucial differences make specialized pediatric care a must. When it comes to spinal conditions and injuries, children and adolescents need specialists who understand their growing bodies...

How Spotting Spondylolysis Early Helps Protect Your Child’s Spine

How Spotting Spondylolysis Early Helps Protect Your Child’s Spine

Back pain isn’t an adults-only problem. It also affects children, and spondylolysis — a break in a vertebra — is a common cause. If your child tells you their low back hurts, especially during physical activity, have a medical provider check it out as quickly as...

Scoliosis Awareness Month: What is Scoliosis?

Scoliosis Awareness Month: What is Scoliosis?

What is it?Scoliosis is not a disease. It is an abnormal curvature of the spine. In addition to the spine curving sideways, it also twists, making the ribs (which are attached to the spine) look uneven. This may cause a prominence or a “bump” on the back. Other signs...