The surgery involved fusing Harper’s spine with screws and rods. Dr. Christman recalled the challenge of finding implants that would accommodate a 9-month-old’s body weighing 12 pounds.

The father of two young children, ages 7 and 10, has "lost his ability to work, support his family, and live independently due to the permanent paralysis." ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Surgery may not be the answer for those suffering from back pain, according to local medical experts. The ...

Implantation of unapproved springs to treat scoliosis in children occurred without either ethical approval or formal approval ...

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton is now offering ultra-minimally invasive spine surgery, the hospital said March 31. Ultra-minimally invasive spine surgery is available for patients with ...

When the tissue heals, it forms a single, straightened bone. The surgeon may also attach a metal rod to the spine after surgery to ensure that the bone remains straight while healing. Most people ...

Circle Health Group’s The Ridgeway Hospital in Swindon has acquired the MazorTM Robotic system to support its spinal surgery ...