Spine Program Patient Stories
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Casting to Treat Scoliosis and Foot Deformities: Paisley’s Story
Paisley’s foot and spine deformities were identified early, allowing CHOP clinicians to use braces and casts to fix her condition, instead of surgical correction.
Posterior Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis During the COVID-19 Crisis: Sean’s Story
Sean and his family trusted CHOP Orthopaedics to perform spine surgery to correct Sean’s worsening scoliosis in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emma’s Story: Bracing for Scoliosis
A case of pneumonia led to the discovery that Emma had scoliosis. Diligence in adhering to her bracing treatment plan produced an amazing outcome.
VEPTR Surgery for Skeletal Dysplasia: Grace's Story
A lifesaving treatment at CHOP gave Grace a chance at life, and her family hope for a future with their daughter.
VEPTR Surgery for Jeune Syndrome: Madden's Story
Born with no hope for survival, a specialized team at CHOP helped Madden survive and thrive longer than anyone thought possible.
VEPTR Implants to Treat Jarcho-Levin Syndrome: Isla’s Story
After being told their daughter might not live past age 3, Isla’s parents were determined to look for a glimmer of hope, and they found it at CHOP.
Severe Infantile Scoliosis and Rib Fusion: Jonathen’s Story
An innovative device, developed by one of CHOP’s world-renowned surgeons, gave Jonathen’s family hope for a better future.
Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome and Spina Bifida: Landon’s Story
Landon's life has been transformed after his VEPTR surgery. His lung function has improved; he has enough energy to explore his surroundings,
Bracing for Early-onset Scoliosis: Annie’s Story
Bracing has helped decrease the curvature in Annie's spine from scoliosis and delay surgical intervention.
Non-operative Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: Lindsay’s Story
Six years after being confined to a back brace to treat extreme scoliosis, Lindsay is now a sophomore with a successful clothing line that has generated thousands of dollars in support of scoliosis research.