Neuro Muscular Scoliosis Treatment by Dr Jwalant S.Mehta

Neuro Muscular Scoliosis Treatment

by Jwalant S. Mehta Jwalant S. Mehta Mr Jwalant S Mehta is a consultant spinal surgeon specialising in spinal deformity corrections and treatment of all spinal conditions.

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About Mehta Spine  Mehta Spine represents a state of the art, evidence based practice in the treatment of spinal problems. Our values encompass safety, transparency, high quality of care and documentation of outcomes of the treatment.  Choosing the right surgeon is the single most important step in the quest for successful treatment. Though not everyone needs surgery, we believe that an understanding of the problem helps us in individualising the treatment.  Discussions around the natural history of the condition and obtaining the correct scans leads to the appreciation of the available treatment options. This provides a foundation of a good outcome.  Mr Jwalant S Mehta is a consultant spinal surgeon specialising in spinal deformity corrections and treatment of all spinal conditions. His is based in Birmingham at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital and the Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Additionally, he has practising privileges with the BMI and Spire groups

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Neuro-muscular scoliosis ďƒ˜ A group of conditions present with a similar pattern of Spinal Deformity. The muscles are unable to support the weight of the trunk. If conservative measures are ineffective, surgical fusion is considered. ďƒ˜ Goals of the operation are to achieve truncal alignment in the upright position and fusion to prevent progression.

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Neuro-muscular scoliosis ďƒ˜ The treatment options are discussed with the patient or usually the family and / or carers. These range from modifying the wheel chairs, through to well moulded corsets, sleep systems and aggressive therapies. ďƒ˜ The aim of surgery, when suitable, would be to improve the quality of life, assist in rebilitation and prevent secondary problems such as costo-pelvic impingement, pressure sores, reflux and chest problems. Surgery comprises of fusion of the spine.

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Hospitals and Clinics  Royal Orthopaedic Hospital  BMI The Priory Hospital  Birmingham Children's Hospital  BMI Edgbaston Hospital  Bromsgrove Private Clinic  Spire Parkway Hospital

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Connect Mehta Spine  Clinical secretary: Samantha Leavy +44 785 021 1939  Medico-legal secretary: Jan Clarke +44 121 4508928  Spire Parkway Hospital:0121 704 5500  BMI Edgbaston:0121 456 2000 (appointments)  BMI NEC (National Enquiry Centre): 0808 101 0337  Email: info@mehtaspine.co.uk  The appointments are booked through the clinic