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New Ways to Treat Scoliosis (Curvature of the Spine) without Surgery
Advances in non-surgical scoliosis treatment hold great promise for stopping the progression of scoliosis.
Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) align to boost medical research and education in the UAE
Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), the UAE’s largest healthcare network, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) to facilitate enhanced international collaboration and further propel the quality of medical education, research, and patient experience within the UAE.
Scoliosis in Adolescents: The Best Chance to Avoid Surgery & the Best Treatment, the First Time
While spinal fusion remains the gold standard to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, CHOP continues to explore new – and less invasive – treatments.
MRI Innovation at CHOP Lauded by Two Leading Scoliosis Organizations
Two recent papers from the Wyss/Campbell Center for Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) were recognized with awards by the International Congress of Early Onset Scoliosis (ICEOS) and the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS).
Expanded Orthopaedic Services Now Available in South Jersey
CHOP is now offering pediatric orthopaedic services to families at its Specialty Care Center in Mays Landing, NJ.
CHOP’s Division of Orthopaedics Makes Rapid and Successful Transition to Telemedicine Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
New study details the ability to successfully deliver high-quality pediatric orthopaedic care via video visits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pioneering Innovations in Orthopaedic Spine Care
Recent advances from the pediatric Spine Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia include neural monitoring, intraoperative navigation, dedicated spine teams, opioid reduction efforts, vertebral body tethering and more.
Research Developed by CHOP Team Published Online by Public Library of Science (PLOS) One
The study examines methods used to detect spinal differences and ways to improve current care.
Case Study: 4-Year-Old with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2
Using dynamic MRI to accurately assess function and a novel treatment approach can dramatically change clinical outcomes in patients with complex chronic disease and can alter expectations and disease progression.
Dynamic Lung MRI: Powerful Imaging Study Available Exclusively at CHOP
A revolutionary technique called dynamic lung MRI (dMRI) allows clinicians to visualize the lungs as they move inside the body.