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Is Surgery Needed For Scoliosis?
I have scoliosis and was recently told I would be in a wheelchair if I don t have surgery. Apparently I was born with spinabifida. First I had to have surgery on my neck which took place Feb 2014, now they want to put rods down my whole spine and release the spinal cord. I opted not to do this as I have no one to care for me or support me. The problem is that I am finding it more and more difficult to walk any distance and every step is a very conscious effort to the point where even though I want to take another step, it is so mentally difficult.
Wed, 12 Nov 2014
Hi,
I have read your query.
Surgery is best treatment for your case till date.
If you do not want to get operated, then you should try to confine yourself for a little distance walker only, i.e you cannot walk too much or restrict your daily work.
So please make your mind as early as you can, for the surgery.
Thanks.
Dr.Singh.
I have read your query.
Surgery is best treatment for your case till date.
If you do not want to get operated, then you should try to confine yourself for a little distance walker only, i.e you cannot walk too much or restrict your daily work.
So please make your mind as early as you can, for the surgery.
Thanks.
Dr.Singh.
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