According to Dr. Sandesh Lakkol, Consultant Paediatric and Adult Spine Surgeon in Abu Dhabi, the foundation of complex spinal deformity surgery lies in understanding the deformity, planning the correction carefully and applying sound surgical principles.
Different constructs. Same principles. Consistently better outcomes.
Dr. Sandesh Lakkol, Consultant Paediatric and Adult Spine Surgeon in Abu Dhabi, specialises in childhood scoliosis, spinal deformities and complex paediatric spine conditions. His UK training includes experience at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital and other specialist centres.
Here are seven important steps for parents after a scoliosis diagnosis.
A diagnosis of scoliosis can leave parents wondering what comes next, whether their child will need a brace, and whether spine surgery will eventually be necessary. For families looking for an experienced pediatric spine surgeon in Abu Dhabi or scoliosis specialist near me, the most important next step is a detailed assessment of the child rather than assuming that every spinal curve requires treatment.
Persistent back pain, neck pain, leg weakness or spinal deformity can affect mobility, sleep, work and quality of life. Consulting an experienced spine surgeon in Abu Dhabi can help identify the cause and determine whether physiotherapy, injections or surgery is appropriate.
Correcting a major scoliosis deformity is both a mechanical and physiological transformation. Unlike simpler spine procedures, complex scoliosis surgery involves multi-level fusion, rod placement, and structural realignment. Because your spine’s “foundation” has been reshaped, your body requires time to adapt.
Undergoing low back surgery—whether a microdiscectomy, spinal fusion, or endoscopic decompression—is a major step toward reclaiming your quality of life.
But surgery is only half the journey. The real transformation happens during recovery.
When a young life is limited by a severe spinal deformity, every step forward is a victory. In a landmark case in Abu Dhabi, a 14-year-old girl living with a complex form of scoliosis has regained her posture, confidence, and mobility, thanks to a breakthrough surgical procedure performed at Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children. As a spine specialist deeply involved in such life-changing cases, I am proud to share the significance of this milestone and what it means for children with scoliosis everywhere.
Scoliosis is one of the most common spinal conditions affecting children and adolescents. While a mild curve might not cause major issues, unaddressed scoliosis can lead to long-term discomfort, mobility issues, or respiratory problems. Early detection and expert care from a spine specialist like Dr. Sandesh Lakkol, an experienced spine surgeon in Abu Dhabi, can make a significant difference in your child’s health and quality of life.
