CONDITIONS AND TREATMENTS

About scoliosis

Understand curvature in the spine and explore treatment options.

Important Safety InformationRisks of spinal surgeryAll treatment and outcome results are specific to the individual patient. Results may vary. Complications such as infection, nerve damage, blood loss, and bowel and bladder problems are some of the potential risks of any type of spinal surgery, including spinal fusion for the treatment of scoliosis.Additional complications that may be associated with scoliosis surgery include loss of proper spinal balance, failure of the bones to properly heal and fuse (pseudoarthrosis), instrumentation failure, and vertebral degeneration in the levels adjacent to the fused section.Please consult your doctor for a complete list of indications, warnings, precautions, adverse effects, clinical results, and other important medical information that pertains to scoliosis surgery.Risks of CD Horizon™ implants and instrumentationPotential risks associated with a posterior approach to scoliosis surgery and the instrumentation used to perform the procedure include but are not limited to:

Tissue or nerve damage caused by improper positioning and placement of implants or instruments

Disassembly, bending, and/or breakage of any or all of the components

Nonunion (or pseudarthrosis), delayed union, or mal-union

Postoperative change in spinal curvature, loss or correction, height, and/or reduction

Pressure on the skin from component parts in patients with inadequate tissue coverage over the implant, possibly causing skin penetration, irritation, internal scaring, tissue death, and/or pain

CD Horizon™ indicationsThe CD Horizon™ Spinal System with or without Sextant™ instrumentation is intended for posterior, non-cervical fixation as an adjunct to fusion for the following indications: degenerative disc disease (DDD-defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies), spondylolisthesis, trauma (i.e. fracture or dislocation), spinal stenosis, curvatures (i.e. scoliosis, kyphosis, or lordosis), tumor, pseudarthrosis, and/or failed previous fusion.

What is scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that often develops during growth in adolescence. While it is more common in teens and kids, scoliosis can also appear in adults due to spinal degeneration or other causes. Depending on its severity, scoliosis can affect appearance, movement, breathing, and comfort.

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You’re not alone with scoliosis

While mild cases may need only observation, others benefit from non-surgical treatments such as bracing or spinal alignment correction surgery that helps restore balance and stability. If the curvature is severe or getting worse, surgery may be recommended.

In the U.S., scoliosis accounts for over
600,000
physician visits annually.¹

Are you an adult with spinal deformity?

Scoliosis in adults may form due to aging, injury, or untreated childhood scoliosis. Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine, while kyphosis causes a forward rounding, and lordosis creates an exaggerated inward curve. Each affects posture and spinal alignment differently.

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Meet Josephine

Hi, I'm Josephine! I help kids and teens who have scoliosis. When I found out I had scoliosis and needed an operation, I had a lot of questions. Now I tell kids what surgery is like and answer questions so they can feel less afraid.

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I am now five months post-op and I am so happy that I had the surgery. I am back to work and almost completely pain-free.”
— Rachael, scoliosis surgery patient

Rachael poses with a medal for completing a half marathon after her scoliosis surgery.

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Have questions about scoliosis?

See common questions — and answers — people often ask about spinal curvature, treatment options, and surgery.

Disclaimer:

This webpage includes patient stories based on the individual's experience. Not all patients will experience similar results.

Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.

American Association of Neurological Surgeons, “Scoliosis,” last modified 2024, accessed October 13, 2025, https://www.aans.org/patients/conditions-treatments/scoliosis/.

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