Escoliosis
La escoliosis hace referencia a una curvatura anormal. La escoliosis afecta con mayor frecuencia a los niños durante los períodos de crecimiento acelerado. Los tratamientos para la escoliosis pueden incluir la utilización de un aparato ortopédico para la espalda y, si es necesario, una fusión espinal o un injerto óseo. Si la afección no se trata durante la niñez, los efectos se pueden observar hasta la edad adulta.
Scoliosis specialists in McKinney, Texas
The orthopedic surgeons at Medical City McKinney provide the clinical expertise needed for your child's orthopedic health.
A dedicated team of pediatric surgeons and doctors are standing by to provide effective scoliosis care. Following an initial examination, your doctor will discuss which treatment options are available. Nonsurgical care, such as a brace, may be enough to stop the progression of scoliosis in children. Surgery may be necessary depending on the severity of the condition.
Scoliosis at Medical City McKinney
Pediatric scoliosis care
Through the Medical City Healthcare network, pediatric patients now have access to Medical City Children’s Hospital's scoliosis expertise at Medical City McKinney.
When to schedule an appointment for scoliosis treatment
An abnormal spine curvature may not be visible. However, you might notice some asymmetry in the hips or ribs. Children with scoliosis may also not experience any pain, so it's easy for the problem to go undetected. If asymmetry is present, schedule a doctor's appointment or scoliosis screening.
Toddlers and young children can develop scoliosis, but the condition is more common in adolescents between 10 and 15 years old. Scoliosis signs and symptoms typically become noticeable during puberty.
Arriving for scoliosis care
Our hospital is southeast of the Sam Johnson Highway and Sam Rayburn Tollway intersection. We're located at:
4500 Medical Center Drive
McKinney, TX 75069
If you're arriving for spine care, park and proceed inside Medical City McKinney hospital's main lobby. Parking is free. You can also take advantage of free valet service Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Our front desk is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by to check-in or ask questions about your appointment. If your appointment is in the orthopedic department, you'll take the main elevators to the fourth floor.