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Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity

Advanced care for scoliosis and spinal deformity

Living with scoliosis or another spinal deformity can affect how you move, feel, and participate in daily life. At Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian, our specialists provide comprehensive care for children and adults with a range of spine conditions and deformities, including scoliosis, kyphosis, and lordosis. Whenever possible, we take nonsurgical approaches designed to reduce pain, improve alignment and mobility, and support your long-term function.

When surgery is needed, our spine experts use advanced imaging, surgical navigation, robotics, and low-radiation EOS imaging to perform highly precise procedures. Our cutting-edge services help patients get back to doing what matters most.

Leaders in scoliosis treatment

Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian stands at the forefront of scoliosis care for both pediatric and adult patients. We use a range of advanced nonoperative and surgical techniques to treat scoliosis – some of which are now used by surgeons worldwide. For instance, the Lenke Classification System, pioneered by a leading Och Spine surgeon, has become a global reference for evaluating scoliosis patterns in adolescents.

Ultra-personalized spine surgery

At Och Spine, we understand that no two spines are alike. For patients with complex or severe spine deformities, standard implants may fall short when it comes to alignment and recovery goals. To address this gap, our surgeons take a pioneering approach to spinal surgery, using robotic technology, imaging, custom rods, and custom interbody implants to support your spine's natural alignment. Unlike with traditional spinal surgery, our team tailors each step of treatment – from precise surgical mapping to building 3D implants – to your unique anatomy. This innovative treatment is especially beneficial for people with scoliosis, kyphosis, flat back syndrome, and other complex spinal conditions. Patients may benefit from:

Improved spinal alignment
Better support for long-term healing and spinal fusion
Reduced risk of mechanical complications (such as rod fractures)
Lower likelihood of needing revision surgery
Improved posture, balance, and mobility

Experts in Schroth physical therapy

Our Och Spine team includes physical therapists trained and certified in scoliosis-specific physical therapy, officially known as Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-Specific Exercises (PSSE), but often referred to as the Schroth method. This nonsurgical program is designed to improve posture, spinal alignment, and muscular balance for individuals with scoliosis and hyperkyphosis. Drawing on each patient’s spine history and clinical presentation, our therapists provide education and create customized exercise plans that focus on posture, movement, balance, and strength. The Schroth method may help improve posture, reduce pain, and enhance overall function for individuals with scoliosis.

Our team

Och Spine brings together orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and advanced imaging experts to develop personalized treatment plans for every patient. Our scoliosis doctors perform routine and complex spinal deformity surgeries for children and adults. In addition to more common spinal deformities, Och Spine scoliosis specialists are known worldwide for treating some of the most challenging cases. Through our expertise, we help patients recover and go on to lead active lives.

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