Does scoliosis require surgery?

Scoliosis requires surgery depending on the severity of the condition. For mild scoliosis, conservative treatment is generally recommended, such as the use of orthotic appliances, usually without surgery. For severe scoliosis, which may lead to impaired cardiopulmonary function, significant physical deformity, and severe deterioration in quality of life, surgery is often the key option to improve the condition. Surgery can correct spinal deformities and restore the normal sequence and physiological curvature of the spine, thereby reducing the pressure on internal organs and improving respiratory and cardiovascular functions. Scoliosis surgery is a complex and challenging surgery. The surgical process requires superb skills and rich experience, involving multiple aspects such as osteotomy, fixation, and fusion of the spine. Doctors need to carefully evaluate the patient's condition and develop an individualized surgical plan to ensure the safety and effectiveness of surgery. Any surgery has certain risks and complications, and scoliosis surgery is no exception. There may be bleeding, infection, nerve damage, internal fixation failure, etc., but with the continuous improvement of medical technology, these risks can be effectively controlled to a certain extent. The doctor will inform the patient of the risks involved and take measures to minimize them. However, success of surgery is only part of the treatment, and rehabilitation after surgery is equally important. Patients need to undergo rehabilitation training under the guidance of doctors and rehabilitation specialists, including physical activity, breathing training, etc., to promote physical recovery and functional improvement. At the same time, regular review is needed to observe the surgical effect and recovery of the spine.