Recommended Books on Scoliosis
Every Road Has A Bend: The True Story About A Child's Bravery This is the true and emotional story about a son's bravery as seen from his parents eyes. Our son was diagnosed with scoliosis (curved spine) from an early age. This is the journey we all took over the last six years. The pain we all went through, especially our son, in having to cope with over ten major spinal operations. Being one of the strangest cases the surgeon has came across, in all his twenty years of performing corrective surgery.
The Scoliosis Desk Reference, A Practical Guide For Identifying the Early Signs of Scoliosis This book shows the most common postural distortions that can be the early indicators of scoliosis. With careful training and understanding of spinal screening, you will be an invaluable participant in helping our children avoid spinal surgery.
Josiah (Young Believer on Tour #1) Meet six growing Young Believers--Josiah, Liane, Noah, Paige, Shane, and Taz--hot, new stars with their own pop band who are struggling with how to keep their faith in the face of their rising celebrity. These young role models have gained the best the world has to offer and, through the guidance of a godly manager, are still keeping their feet firmly rooted in the foundations of the faith. Every day they're learning life's most important lesson: "Never Stop Believing." This series will reinforce the 52 "I Believe" statements from The Young Believer Bible through the confidence-building stories of kids who are succeeding in their effort to live out their faith.
PATTY'S LAST DANCE (Sweet Valley Twins) Scared and alone...
Patty Gilbert has dreamed of being a ballerina since she was a little girl. Following her dream has meant making sacrifices, and one thing Patty has never had time for is friends. But when she beats out her biggest rival, Kerry Glenn, for the lead role in Swan Lake, Patty is sure it's all been worth it.
Then Patty learns she has scoliosis, which means she'll have to wear a back brace for several years. Patty feels as if all her dreams have been shattered and the worst part is she has nowhere to turn for support. Kerry has always acted friendly--and she's the only person who really seems to understand how Patty feels about ballet. But can Patty trust Kerry with her secret?
Spinal Deformities: The Essentials From imaging modalities, to anesthesia considerations, to intraoperative monitoring techniques, this introductory text presents a thorough overview of all key concepts for the accurate diagnosis and successful treatment of spinal deformity. The authors cover the principles of sagittal and coronal balance and address the role of flexible versus fixed deformity in treatment planning. Straightforward explanations of the etiology, pathogenesis, radiologic and clinical findings, differential diagnosis, and both surgical and nonoperative treatment options for each disorder provide the reader with the information necessary for handling each clinical situation with confidence.
Highlights:
More than 400 drawings, radiographs, and photographs demonstrate pathology of spinal deformities and the techniques to address them
Coverage of possible anatomical variations of the deformed spine prepares the clinician for managing complex cases
Discussion of general medical issues including pain management through medication, the potential for postoperative pulmonary complications, and how to manage metabolic bone disorders
A review of the latest technological advances using image guidance and robotics in deformity surgery
Descriptions of bracing and casting techniques, with a brief literature review on outcomes
Growing Up with Scoliosis (A Young Girl's Story) There's a new book out for teens, preteens, and their families called Growing Up with Scoliosis. It's a young girl's story about growing up with a curvature of the spine called scoliosis and is written and illustrated by Connecticut resident Michelle Spray.
The book takes the reader through every emotion and experience of having scoliosis beginning with the very first diagnosis. The reader will enjoy the funny stories that are part of this young girl's journey and friends and family will finally understand what scoliosis patients are going through. It's a great resource for teens who are dealing with puberty as well as self-esteem issues. Growing Up with Scoliosis is recommended by the National Scoliosis Foundation.
Stand Tall, Harry "You're going to like Harry and you're going to like his family and friends. They are intelligent, caring, diverse, interested, and interesting. And through them you will have a chance to see how a hockey injury and the specter of scoliosis affect their lives."
What Can I Give You: The Moving Account of One Family's Journey to Understand the Many Faces of Their Child's Chronic Condition What Can I Give You? is a chronicled story of a loving mother's journey with her daughter, Erin, who was diagnosed with congenital scoliosis at the age of fourteen months. The journey follows her daughter through bracing, surgery, and even into her life as a young adult. The book offers insight and inspiration to families living with congenital scoliosis and gives them valuable guidance. Please note that the book was recently updated and contains special tributes to retiring Dr. John E. Hall as well as a medical update on congenital scoliosis by Dr. John B.Emans of Children's Hospital, Boston, MA. Of special value is the glossary in the back of the book listing the most current medical terminology with user friendly descriptions. July 2005
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (Monograph Series (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)) Covers the anatomy, etiology, and natural history of scoliosis - from patient evaluation and an algorithm for treatment to pulmonary function after surgical treatment and the use of instruments to evaluate surgical treatment. This new monograph focuses on the most common form of scoliosis occurring otherwise normal adolescents, affecting spinal alignment, growth, and function.
Scoliosis: Ascending the Curve There are roughly five million people in the United States being treated for scoliosis. Every year some half-million new cases are diagnosed--the great majority of them adolescent girls. Untreated, scoliosis causes increaing curvature of the spine--a progressive, debilitating condition that can leave the sufferer permanently bent over and eventually totally crippled.
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