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…
“Early Diagnosis of Spondylolisthesis” with Dr. Jason Lowenstein
In installment 3 of our series on spondylolisthesis and spondylolysis, Dr. Jason Lowenstein of The Advanced Spine Center and Atlantic Health discusses the vital importance of detecting spinal stress fractures early in young athletes and adolescents. Dr. Lowenstein, Director of Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity at Morristown Medical Center, explains how a series of increasingly sophisticated tests…
Spondylolisthesis vs. Spondylolysis with Dr. Jason Lowenstein
In this brief interview, Dr. Jason Lowenstein, Director of Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity for the Atlantic Health System, explains the difference between spondylolisthesis vs. spondylolysis to Bill Parisi, founder of the Parisi Speed School. Spondylolisthesis (aka, a slipped vertebra) and spondylolysis (aka, a fractured vertebra) are two conditions that tend to co-occur in pediatric athletes.…