Meet Dr. Jason Lowenstein: Your Scoliosis Surgeon
In this life, you’re only given one body. At no point, do you have the option to switch it out for another. It naturally follows that you must take care of yourself at all costs.
Sure, some forms of damage are repairable through the miraculous healing processes of the body. But, other problems require time and/or the skilled hands of a master.
Over the past 100 years, there have been…
Does Your Child Need a Scoliosis Back Brace?
You may never even see it coming. During a routine doctor’s visit or annual school screening, someone noticed something abnormal. You’ve heard the word, but you still can’t believe it...scoliosis.
Perhaps, you’re familiar with the term. Maybe you even knew someone with scoliosis when you were growing up. But this is different.
This is your child.
Of course, the knee-jerk reaction of any…
Dr. Jason Lowenstein Delivers Scoliosis Lecture at Industry Expert Symposium
Dr. Jason Lowenstein Delivers Scoliosis Lecture at Industry Expert Symposium
Dr. James C. Wittig, Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Morristown Medical Center, recently released a recorded lecture by Dr. Jason Lowenstein of The Advanced Spine Center. The lecture, entitled “Pediatric Orthopedics for the Primary Care Practitioner” was given at Morristown Medical Center’s Annual Pediatric Orthopedics…
Your Comprehensive Guide to Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT)
Your Comprehensive Guide to Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT)
Has your child recently been diagnosed with scoliosis? If so, then you’re probably wondering what comes next.
For many children with scoliosis, treatment often means relying on the assistance of a rigid brace. Although braces can stop the progression of abnormal curvature, they can’t, however, reverse the existing problem.
As a result,…
Lisa’s Scoliosis Recovery Journey
Lisa's Scoliosis Recovery Journey
Lisa's scoliosis recovery journey was recently featured in "Moments That Matter," a collection of inspiring patient recovery stories from the Atlantic Health System, where Dr. Lowenstein serves as the Director of the Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity Center.
When Lisa L. was 11-years-old, she was diagnosed with scoliosis, a sideways curve of the spine. Her doctor…
Orthopedic Surgeon vs. Neurosurgeon: Which Doctor is Right for You?
When it comes to spine surgery, it cannot be stressed enough: Choosing the right type of doctor for you is everything.
More specifically, this means deciding, “Should I enlist the skills of a neurosurgeon? Or, is a board-certified orthopedist more suited to address my needs?”
Although both doctors undergo similar levels of training—for instance, each specialist must complete at least five…
Dr. Jason Lowenstein Featured in Morristown Orthopedics Complex Case Review
When you’re experiencing problems with your spine that simply won’t go away on their own, ideally, you want the very best doctor in the business to handle your case. Someone who routinely handles complex orthopedic cases with outstanding success rates. Someone who draws acclaim from other top-tier industry veterans.
After all, you only get one body in this life.
You absolutely want to make…
Pinched Nerve in Neck? Get Help Today!
Are you dealing with nagging pain because of a pinched nerve in the neck? If so, then you’re probably wondering how serious your condition is. And, of course, the best way to treat it...
There are many ways to relieve a pinched nerve in the neck and its related symptoms. (Luckily, most people with this type of neck condition don’t even require surgery.)
But, first, let’s take a look at what…
Dr. Jason Lowenstein, MD: A Favorite Kids’ Doc
We at The Advanced Spine Center are proud to announce that one of our very own was recently awarded the New Jersey’s Favorite Kids’ Docs Award by New Jersey Family Magazine.
We would like to take a moment to congratulate Dr. Jason Lowenstein for his hard work and dedication to the children whom he serves. As an orthopedic spine surgeon who specializes in scoliosis and spinal deformities, Dr.…
What to Expect from Revision Spine Surgery
Deciding to undergo spine surgery isn’t easy. You’ve probably dealt with pain and other difficult symptoms for a long time. You’ve felt frustrated when conservative treatments didn’t seem to help. You weighed the risks and rewards of spine surgery and finally chose to go through with it. Not every spine surgery is successful, however. In some cases, revision spine surgery may be necessary to…