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Adult degenerative scoliosis: challenges in diagnosis, pain management, and surgical decision-making

  • By

  • Shuiwang Zhao

  • Jiaxin Liu

  • Bei Li

  • HaoLi Zhang

  • Rong Tian

  • Shenqiao Yang

  • Li Zhu

  • July 7, 2026

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    Adult Degenerative Scoliosis (ADS) is a progressive spinal deformity linked to age-related degeneration of intervertebral discs and facet joints.

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    Diagnosis of ADS is complicated by symptom overlap with other degenerative conditions, leading to potential delays in treatment.

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    Pain management in ADS requires a multimodal approach due to the multifactorial nature of pain, including mechanical and neurogenic components.

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    Surgical options for ADS range from decompression to long-segment fusion, with decision-making influenced by age, frailty, and complication risks.

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    Effective ADS management necessitates a patient-centered, multidisciplinary strategy focusing on individualized care and long-term outcomes.

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Adult degenerative scoliosis: challenges in diagnosis, pain management, and surgical decision-making

  • by Shuiwang Zhao, Jiaxin Liu, Bei Li, HaoLi Zhang, Rong Tian, Shenqiao Yang, Li Zhu

  • July 7, 2026

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