Dr. Donald Corenman, M.D., D.C. (http://neckandback.com 970-479-5895), is a spine surgeon in Colorado who specializes in conditions of the spine including degenerative conditions, traumatic and sports injury. He is also a well-known expert on the treatment for scoliosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. Thoracic kyphosis is also a spinal defect marked by a curvature of the spine. Both scoliosis and thoracic kyphosis are congenital conditions. This presentation focuses on scoliosis and kyphosis. It discusses how scoliosis and kyphosis are classified, offers an insight into the treatment for scoliosis and provides an in-depth look at the anatomic structure of the spine in relation to these congenital disorders. Dr. Corenman is a renowned spine surgeon in Colorado. He is a spine expert at the Steadman Clinic in Vail, Co and he has written countless medical articles on spine conditions and the surgical options that are available today. He recently launched his own website (http://neckandback.com) to educate patients on spine disorders and to offer second opinions to physicians and colleagues who are seeking additional information on specific spine injuries and treatment options.

1. Scoliosis and Kyphosis Donald S. Corenman, M.D., D.C.

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