Scoliosis

Dr. Mukund I. Gundanna at Brazos Spine is the only board-certified orthopedic surgeon in the Bryan, Texas area to provide spine surgery, such as spinal fusion surgery, to correct scoliosis.  In addition to surgical correction of scoliosis, Dr. Gundanna provides brace control of curvature for select candidates.  Even if you are not a candidate for scoliosis surgery, it is important to have scoliosis monitored for timely interventions.  Request an appointment online or call (979) 774-0411 to schedule your preferred appointment with Dr. Gundanna to learn about the latest advances in scoliosis.

About scoliosis

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine.  A healthy spine has natural front to back curves.  Scoliosis is a condition that describes side to side curvatures of the spine that often also involves rotational deformities.  Some people are born with scoliosis, or it may result from neuromuscular conditions, osteoporosis, or for unknown reasons (idiopathic scoliosis).

Scoliosis is a progressive condition that can become worse over time.  Untreated severe curvatures can cause medical complications.  Scoliosis may be monitored or treated with back bracing or spine surgery.  Symptoms of scoliosis include:

• Spine curvature to one side
• One shoulder or one hip that appears higher than the other
• The body may lean to one side
• Protruding shoulder blades
• Back pain and fatigue
• Difficult breathing
• Pressure on the spinal cord or nerves
• Arthritis in the spine with aging

Dr. Mukund I. Gundanna has expertise in treating adults and children with scoliosis using state-of-the-art nonsurgical and surgical techniques, including:

• Brace control of curvature 
• Scoliosis surgery
• Adult degenerative scoliosis decompression and stabilization
• Pediatric/Idiopathic scoliosis correction and stabilization

Request an appointment online or call our Central Texas Spine Specialist at (979) 774-0411 to schedule your preferred appointment.