Chan, who had undergone surgery for scoliosis herself, knew that early detection and preventative measures were crucial to preventing further complications. Chan and other parents emphasize the importance of allocating resources to early detection and preventative measures to avoid invasive spinal fusion surgery. Hume was fortunate to catch her scoliosis early and was able to undergo preventative measures such as braces and physiotherapy. There is a push to bring back scoliosis screening in Canada, with physicians’ groups advocating for increased early detection and raising awareness. Early detection and preventative measures can greatly reduce the need for invasive spinal fusion surgery in children with scoliosis.

Source: CBC News October 01, 2023 09:48 UTC