First the doctor will examine your various reports and X-rays and MRIs. Then, based on your age, level of pain and overall state of fitness, the doctor you are consulting will make some serious decisions.
First the doctor will examine your various reports and X-rays and MRIs. Then, based on your age, level of pain and overall state of fitness, the doctor you are consulting will make some serious decisions.
The first step towards decreasing your pain and discomfort is conservative management of pain which refers to non-surgical options. Your doctor may suggest different options customized for you depending on the severity of your curve, impact on day-to-day functioning, your age and other medical conditions
Non-operative treatments are usually given alongside surgical treatment options in cases of both spine tumors and spinal infections. For spinal infections, basic treatment involves use of antibiotics and intra-venous injections to get rid of the bacteria or other micro-organisms that are causing the disease, use of braces to support the back and rest for the patient to prevent further injury.
