There are several different types of surgeries that are common for children with a spine deformity. It is important to speak to your surgeon about the potential role of surgery for your child, discuss the risks and benefits, and make an educated decision regarding a treatment course.

The following link contains useful information for an upcoming surgery.

• Scoliosis Booklet- Your Spine Surgery, Posterior Fusion
  
• Scoliosis Booklet- Your Spine Surgery, Neuromuscular Scoliosis
  

See also the main Surgery page, and take our Surgery Virtual Tour.

View the following links for more information on scoliosis and the resources that are available at BC Children’s Hospital to contribute to the care of our patients.

1. Setting Scoliosis Straight

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Handbook and more resources for scoliosis and research

2. Healthlink BC

Find medically approved information on more than 5,000 health topics and see what is required to see a spine specialist at BCCH

3. Family Support & Resource Centre

A health library, bookstore, and a support service providing information and resources for families throughout BC

4. BC Family Residence Program

Information for out of town patients

5. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

For more information about idiopathic scoliosis

6. Scoliosis Research Society

For more information about scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis

7. Growing Spine Foundation

For Information about young children with scoliosis