The spine surgeons at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center are some of the most well respected pediatricians in the United States. The hospital's spine program is dedicated to the treatment and research of pediatric spinal conditions. Children from across the country visit Le Bonheur each year for treatment.
The Spine Program brings together specialists in neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, neurology, oncology, pain management and physical therapy. Together, these experts provide evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for infants, children and adolescents with spine injuries, scoliosis, spine tumors and spinal deformities.
You can be assured that your child will benefit from the most advanced treatment options available, using highly specialized technology. This state-of-the-art care is provided in a compassionate, kid-friendly environment.
To schedule an appointment please call 901.287.PEDS.
Halo Traction
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center offers halo traction, a treatment to help straighten the backs of children with severe curves in their spines.
Pediatric Laminectomy
Experts in spine surgery at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center have the knowledge and skills to perform a laminectomy to remove spine tumors or correct tethered cord syndrome.
Pediatric Rhizotomy
At Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, spine experts have the capability to perform selective dorsal rhizotomy to relieve the muscle tightness or stiffness (spacticity) caused by spastic cerebral palsy.
Pediatric Spine Fracture Surgery
The multi-disciplinary spine team at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center can perform an extensive evaluation to determine whether your child’s condition requires spine fracture surgery.
Scoliosis in Children
The multi-disciplinary spine team at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center provides diagnosis and various treatment options for scoliosis in children.
Spine Tumors in Children
The multi-disciplinary spine team at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center provides diagnosis and treatment for spine tumors in children.
Tethered Cord Syndrome
At Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, spine disorders such as tethered cord syndrome are diagnosed and treated by leading experts in the field.
Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (VEPTR)
The multi-disciplinary spine team at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center is a leading provider of vertical expandable prosthetic titanium rib (VEPTR) treatment.
