Scoliosis Correction Treatment in Turkey
About Scoliosis Correction
Key Highlights
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Significantly improves spinal alignment and posture.Reduces or eliminates chronic back pain and discomfort.Prevents further progression of the spinal curvature.Can improve pulmonary and cardiac function in severe cases.Utilizes advanced surgical techniques and instrumentation for stability.Offers long-term correction and improved quality of life./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe spinal curvature (typically Cobb angle greater than 40-50 degrees).
- Progressive worsening of the curvature in adolescents or adults.
- Chronic, debilitating back pain unresponsive to conservative therapy.
- Significant cosmetic deformity causing psychological distress.
- Neurological deficits (numbness, weakness) or compromised lung function due to the curve.
- Conditions like congenital scoliosis or neuromuscular scoliosis (e.g., from cerebral palsy).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation including physical exam and detailed imaging (X-rays, CT, MRI).
- Review of all current medications; some (like blood thinners) may need to be stopped.
- Pre-operative blood tests, ECG, and chest X-ray to assess fitness for surgery.
- Consultation with the anesthesiologist to discuss anesthesia plan.
- Planning for post-surgery support at home and arranging necessary time off work/school.
- Possible pre-surgical pulmonary function tests for severe curves.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, blood clots, and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve injury, potentially leading to weakness, numbness, or paralysis (rare).
- Implant-related issues: breakage, loosening, or discomfort.
- Pseudoarthrosis (failure of the bones to fuse properly).
- Persistent pain or stiffness in the back.
- Loss of some spinal flexibility or range of motion.
- Rare complications like spinal fluid leak or adjacent segment disease.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring pain, mobility, and neurological function.
- Pain management with medications and gradual mobilization with physical therapy assistance.
- Wearing a back brace for support may be required for several weeks to months.
- Restricted activities (no bending, lifting, twisting) for the first 6-12 weeks.
- Gradual return to light activities; full fusion can take 6-12 months.
- Regular follow-up appointments and imaging to monitor healing and fusion progress.
- Ongoing physical therapy to strengthen core muscles and improve posture.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 months for full fusion and activity resumption
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering scoliosis correction in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for scoliosis correction in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform scoliosis correction. MediFyr helps you compare spine surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for scoliosis correction compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Scoliosis Correction in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing scoliosis correction.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Rohan Chopra, a 16-year-old high school...
Rohan Chopra, a 16-year-old high school student and aspiring cricketer, had always been active. Over the past two years, his parents noticed his right shoulder was noticeably higher than his left, and his shirts no longer hung straight. Rohan himself began experiencing persistent, dull backaches after practice. His pediatrician confirmed a progressive thoracic curve of 52 degrees. The spine surgeon, Dr. Mehta, explained that due to Rohan's age and the curve's severity, bracing was no longer effective. He recommended a posterior spinal fusion to correct the curvature and prevent it from worsening, which could impact his lung function and cause chronic pain. The surgery was daunting. Rohan feared he might never play cricket again. The procedure lasted six hours. The first days of recovery were tough, with significant pain managed by medication, but he was walking with help by day three. After six months of dedicated physiotherapy, his posture was perfectly straight. The backaches were gone. While he had to give up competitive cricket, he coaches younger kids and swims regularly. Emotionally, he transitioned from feeling self-conscious and fearful about his future to proud of his resilience. The straight spine is a physical triumph, but the confidence he gained is the real victory.