Oklahoma Today July-August 2003 Volume 53 No. 4

Scoliosis isn't just for kids.
Mary's spine before surgery.
-1 -Mary Baldy, scoliosis patient
Mary was 18 when diagnosed with scoliosis. As she grew older, the curve in her spine worsened, leading to a painful,
obvious hump in her back and difficulty breathing. Mary was told her only options were pain medications and
physicaltherapy. In her late forties the situation became desperate. "After years of searchingfor treatment, Ifound help at Consulting
Orthopedists in Dallas where Ihad spinal reconstructive surgery:' says Mary, now a 51-year-old pediatric clinical nurse
manager. "Iam able to stand straight and without pain for the first time in decades. Although it has only been a short time since
my surgery, I have returned to work full time."
Consulting Orthopedists is a nationally and internationally known facility devoted exclusively to the treatment of severe
scoliosis. We specialize in treating pediatricand adult spinal curves, revising previous scoliosis surgeries and managing pain
caused by scoliosis. We are among a handful of facilities in the country, and work diligently to accommodate a variety of
health plans. Help is available.
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www.consuItingorthopedists.com
972.985.2797 . 1.888.781.5558 3900 West 15th Street, Suite 208 . Plano, Texas 75075
We work with over 100 health care plans and offer concierge service.