Scoliosis Surgery Preparation In Manhattan, NY

Surgery is big deal.  There’s no getting around it.  That’s why preparing for surgery demands that patients be fully informed and enjoy clear communication with their surgeons.

At Scoliosis & Spine Associates, we model open communication with patients, ensuring they’re fully aware of everything that’s involved.  Successful scoliosis surgery preparation in Manhattan, NY is rooted in clear communication.

Getting ready.

Clearance for surgery is required, prior to scheduling.  Every patient should be aware of this requirement and obtain clearance from their primary caregiver (GP or obstetrician, in the case of children and youth).

Patients should be prepared to work with their surgeons so that their bodies are properly prepared, with pre-surgical exercises.  Taking this important step will strengthen their musculatures and immune systems and help to speed recovery.

Those who smoke should be aware that cigarette smoking makes fusion more difficult and can interfere with general anesthetic and healing.  It’s crucial that smoking cessation starts as soon as surgery is scheduled and maintained throughout the recovery process.

Testing.

A variety of diagnostics will be undertaken before surgery to ensure your surgeon’s aware of the exact status of your spine.  This is a crucial factor in scoliosis surgery preparation in Manhattan, NY, because the curvature of the spine may change between visits for diagnostics.  Leading edge diagnostics provide important information to your surgeon.

Patients may be asked to report for ultrasounds, MRIs, X-Rays and a range of other tests to ensure precision in the operating room.  Some testing addresses the patient’s state of health and monitors factors like renal and other physical functions.

Risk.

All surgery comes with risk.  It’s important that patients understand this, so we’re diligent about making this clear at Scoliosis & Spine Associates.  But we also need to tell you that most patients undergoing scoliosis surgery recover without any complications, especially in the care of a skilled surgeon.

There is a small risk of neurological damage with spine surgery.  The spine itself and the nerves concerned makes operating on the spine a highly-specialized undertaking.  Risk amounts to 0.5% of all surgeries performed, though.

Bleeding is something else patients should be aware of.   But at the same time, they need to know that hypotensive anesthesia lowers patient blood pressure, reducing the risk of excessive bleeding.

Infection is the most common surgical complication.  Surgeons seek to prevent it by administering antibiotics prior to, during and following the operation.  This reduces infection risk exponentially.

Scoliosis surgery preparation in Manhattan, NY with Scoliosis & Spine Associates is an intentional process of patient education.  Our patients are given all the information they need to prepare for scoliosis surgery informed and aware.  This supports patients by building up their trust and confidence.

Under our team’s expert guidance, patients are part of the process of preparation, surgery, and recovery.  We include them as partners in that process, ensuring they’re ready.

Scoliosis & Spine Associates are specialists in leading edge spine care, with a focus on patient outcomes and safety.  Contact us to find out more are scoliosis surgery preparation in Manhattan, NY.