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Columbia Orthopedics Conservative Care for Spine & Scoliosis

June 27, 2017

We are excited to launch our new video about our work at Columbia Orthopedics in Conservative Care for Spine & Scoliosis.  We have a team approach that includes the surgeon, schroth physical therapists, Rigo Cheneau orthotists, PAs/NPs to provide the best care for the patient.  We try and focus on non operative management of scoliosis which includes bracing, schroth physical therapy, and nutritional supplementation with Vitamin D.  We hope this video give you a look into the Conservative Care for Spine & Scoliosis.

 

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