Spinal Fusion Surgery Recovery: What to Expect
Spinal fusion is a significant step toward achieving spinal stability and long-term pain relief. For anyone facing the procedure, the recovery road ahead — and the many unknowns — can feel overwhelming. Uncertainty about the process is normal and valid. Moving forward with confidence means understanding the expected timelines, restrictions, and key recovery milestones after a spinal fusion…
When Scoliosis Bracing Doesn’t Work
For adolescents diagnosed with scoliosis, a back brace offers hope and the possibility of stopping their curve from getting worse without having to undergo surgery. When bracing works, it allows young patients to grow and develop while keeping their spinal curves in check. Most teens who commit to their bracing protocol see positive results. But for some, despite wearing the brace exactly as…
Advanced Surgical Options for Double Major Curve Scoliosis
When faced with a diagnosis of complex scoliosis, patients and families often begin an intensive search for the best surgical approach. For those with a double major curve, the challenge is amplified, as two significant curves in the spine require precise, specialized correction.
At The Advanced Spine Center in New Jersey, we focus on advanced, motion-sparing, and minimally invasive…
The Ultimate FAQs List: Recovery From Spinal Fusion
Spinal fusion is a major surgical procedure that can dramatically improve quality of life, especially for patients facing complex conditions like advanced scoliosis, severe spinal instability, or debilitating degenerative disc disease. While the surgery itself is life-changing, the recovery process is often what patients want to understand most.
At The Advanced Spine Center, with locations…
When Schroth Method for Scoliosis Is Not Enough
When facing a diagnosis of scoliosis, nearly everyone's first thought is the same, “How can I treat this without surgery?” As a spine center that offers a multitude of surgical options, we ask this question, too. That’s because exhausting your conservative options before considering surgery gives your body the opportunity to respond to less invasive interventions.
It’s natural to seek…
Beyond the Basics: Hardware in Modern Scoliosis Surgery
If you are reading this, you have likely moved past the initial shock of a scoliosis diagnosis and the difficult decision to pursue surgery. You have reviewed your X-rays, understood your Cobb angle, and now, you’re considering what scoliosis surgery is right for you. And part of that consideration is understanding the medical hardware that could become a permanent part of your body.
The…
Adult Scoliosis
Adult Scoliosis Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is Adult Scoliosis? If you’re suffering from the symptoms of adult scoliosis, you're likely feeling confused and concerned, especially if you never had spine problems as a child. When we were younger, many of us heard quite a bit about scoliosis in health classes, from our doctor, or maybe even…
Pediatric Scoliosis
Pediatric Scoliosis Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is Pediatric Scoliosis? If your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis or you're concerned about their posture, you're not alone. Pediatric scoliosis affects approximately 2-3% of children and adolescents, making it the most common spinal deformity in young people. The condition typically…
Dr. Lowenstein Featured for Pioneering Mako Spine Robot Surgery
We're proud to share that our very own Dr. Jason Lowenstein has been featured in NJ Business Magazine's "Hospital Firsts" article for his groundbreaking work in spinal surgery innovation. This recognition highlights the exceptional caliber of expertise available to patients at The Advanced Spine Center, where cutting-edge technology meets compassionate, personalized care.
Making Medical…
Laminectomy
Laminectomy Surgery in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is a Minimally Invasive Laminectomy? A laminectomy is a specialized spine surgery designed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots by removing part or all of the lamina. The laminae are the bony arches on vertebrae that protect the spinal cord and nerve roots. When these structures…