Originally posted by scoliboymom
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Did your dr. think anterior wasn't necessary b/c of Patrick's age or did he grow more than anticipated? Has he had, or will he need additional treatment, and has this caused him any discomfort?
I really hate to put Vince through this at such a young age. Our initial plan at last May appt. was to wait til this summer to do surgery. However at Nov. appt. dr. said we shouldn't wait that long, at the rate his curve is progressing he probably would be well into the 70 deg. range and the rotation is really becoming an issue. Vince has also been experiencing pain/soreness in the neck/upper back, esp. where the curve is. I really hate to wait until March, I'm afraid by that time he will need another level fused. :^(
As for Joe (the post-surgery son) he is doing well. He still has a bit of a rib hump also, but doesn't seem to bother him. He is a sophomore in college, been living away on campus and doesn't seem to have any problems. He is pretty much back to doing any activities he was doing pre-surgery. He is on the archery team and did say that has to alter his stance a little, as he can't quite get into the "regular" position. He will have his 5 year post-op next week when he comes home, so will give a full report then :^)
Renee
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