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Spondylolysis Treatment
Spondylolysis Definition Spondylolysis, also known as a Pars Defect, occurs when a small, thin portion of bone that connects two vertebrae (known as the Pars) cracks or fractures. The Spondylolysis condition is characterized by a stress fracture or defect in a part of...
Scoliosis Pain Management
Scoliosis Pain Management A majority of the population experiences back pain in one form or another. It is a very common problem and for those with scoliosis, both adults and children are often the recipients of back pain. Some people with scoliosis don’t have pain,...
Southwest Scoliosis and Spine Institute Revision Surgery
Southwest Scoliosis and Spine Institute Revision Surgery Shawn Coker, watch his video, had multiple spine fusion surgeries. While he says they accomplished what they were supposed to do at the time, his condition continued to get worse. Sadly, his spine caused him...
Bulging or Herniated Disc
Bulging or Herniated Disc Your spine consists of up to 24 vertebrae with soft discs between them that act as cushions, or shock absorbers. The discs themselves are made up of two parts: a tough outer layer that holds the disc together, and a gel-like interior that...
Cervical Stenosis
CERVICAL STENOSIS Cervical spinal stenosis is a common spine condition affecting patients over 50. While a common ailment, many doctors will dismiss the symptoms as part of old age. However, depending on the cause, this condition can get worse over time. If...
Scoliosis Surgery Success Story
Scoliosis Surgery to Remove Pain Deborah Butter couldn’t remember a single day in her life without pain. That all changed when Dr. Hostin performed Scoliosis Surgery at the Southwest Scoliosis and Spine Institute. By then, Deborah had an 82-degree curve at the top of...
Low Dose Radiological Imaging
Using Low-Dose Imaging (X-ray) to Improve Patient Care and Treatment At the Southwest Scoliosis and Spine Institute, we believe in providing our patients with great treatment and care. For example, we offer in-house Dose Imaging services using the EOS system at our...
What is a Flatback Syndrome
Flatback Syndrome Judy Dorsett was diagnosed with scoliosis at age 16 and underwent multiple fusion surgeries to correct her double curve. Watch her video. click here. For many years, Judy was fine. However, as she grew older, she began to experience pain in her back,...