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From Bryan Tompkins
This video will provide a brief overview of the fabrication of the Wilmington brace. This brace is a semi-rigid thoracolumbarsacral orthosis (TLSO) used for the… -
From Bryan Tompkins
Hooks play an important role in helping to achieve fixation during posterior spinal fusion (PSF) in patients with spinal deformity. This video reviews the different… -
From Bryan Tompkins
Casting for scoliosis has evolved significantly since it was first reported 150 years ago. Earlier techniques focused on temporizing scoliosis, loosening up curves prior… -
From Bryan Tompkins
Spinal deformity surgeons are at increased risk of overuse injuries. The use of power instruments has been incorporated to reduce the rate of occupational injuries and… -
From Bryan Tompkins
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is the most common spinal deformity in children. The traditional treatment for curves greater than 50 degrees is posterior spinal… -
From Bryan Tompkins
Multiple studies have shown pain control benefits of intrathecal (IT) morphine, dating as far back as the 1980s. Other benefits of IT morphine include decreased blood… -
From Bryan Tompkins
Navigation and robotics in pediatric spine surgery have evolved due to the desire for improved safety and efficiency of pedicle screw placement. Computer guided… -
From David Skaggs
This video describes the use of power for insertion of pedicle screws during scoliosis surgery. Power pedicle preparation has the potential to decrease the force… -
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