Hi All!
Just wanted to introduce myself as I'm new to the board. I've actually been lurking for a couple of years on and off, but have finally officially become a member. I was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 15 and wore a body brace for a year. My lumbar curve stabilized itself at 27-28 degrees for years until I had a child at the age of 38. I was in some pain and was rechecked. My curve has progressed to 43 degrees with a slight rotation and I also now have level 1 spondylolithesis. I am contemplating surgery as my doctor told me that once a curves progresses past the 40 degree mark, then it will continue to progress. I am now 43 and not getting any younger. I just feel like I am at a stand still because there are no doctors in this area that I feel are qualified. I contacted Dr Lenke as I've read so many positive remarks about him, but his office told me that I was not a bad enough case for them to take. I don't know where to go from here. On the recommended dr list for Georgia, Dr Horton is the only one listed; however, when I called, he is now retired. Someone told me that Vanderbilt Univ Spine Center was fantastic, but I have to be referred. Anyway, just wanted everyone know that I really have found great comfort in your posts. It helps to know that there are others out there who understand how I feel and what I go through, so thank you.
Just wanted to introduce myself as I'm new to the board. I've actually been lurking for a couple of years on and off, but have finally officially become a member. I was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 15 and wore a body brace for a year. My lumbar curve stabilized itself at 27-28 degrees for years until I had a child at the age of 38. I was in some pain and was rechecked. My curve has progressed to 43 degrees with a slight rotation and I also now have level 1 spondylolithesis. I am contemplating surgery as my doctor told me that once a curves progresses past the 40 degree mark, then it will continue to progress. I am now 43 and not getting any younger. I just feel like I am at a stand still because there are no doctors in this area that I feel are qualified. I contacted Dr Lenke as I've read so many positive remarks about him, but his office told me that I was not a bad enough case for them to take. I don't know where to go from here. On the recommended dr list for Georgia, Dr Horton is the only one listed; however, when I called, he is now retired. Someone told me that Vanderbilt Univ Spine Center was fantastic, but I have to be referred. Anyway, just wanted everyone know that I really have found great comfort in your posts. It helps to know that there are others out there who understand how I feel and what I go through, so thank you.
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