Anterior Scoliosis Corrective Surgery (“VBT” or “vertebral body tethering) is offered by the board certified orthopedic spine surgeons at Spine Associates of New Jersey (Cedar Knolls – Morris County) NJ) for corrective scoliosis surgery.
At Spine Associates of New Jersey (Cedar Knolls – Morris County) we specialize in Anterior Scoliosis Corrective Surgery (also known as VBT, or Vertebral Body Tethering), an innovative and highly effective approach for treating scoliosis. This minimally invasive procedure offers a transformative solution for patients, particularly adolescents, with spinal deformities, providing a safe alternative to traditional fusion surgery.
Why Choose Spine Associates of New Jersey?
Vertebral body tethering (VBT) is a highly specialized, growth-preserving approach to scoliosis correction—and choosing the right surgeon matters. At Spine Associates of New Jersey, our fellowship-trained spine surgeons have advanced expertise in pediatric and adolescent scoliosis, spinal deformity, and motion-preserving scoliosis surgery. We carefully evaluate each child’s curve, skeletal maturity, growth potential, spinal balance, and overall health to determine whether VBT is an appropriate option. When indicated, our goal is to correct the spinal curve while preserving motion and allowing the growing spine to continue developing.
Pediatric Scoliosis Expertise — Specialized care for children and adolescents with progressive scoliosis.
Growth-Preserving Treatment — VBT is designed to correct scoliosis while preserving spinal motion and growth potential.
Advanced Deformity Experience — Expertise in complex scoliosis and challenging spinal deformities.
Individualized Planning — Every treatment plan is tailored to the child’s curve, anatomy, growth, and long-term goals.
Motion-Preserving Approach — A sophisticated alternative to traditional spinal fusion for appropriately selected patients.
Specialized Care for Growing Spines — Advanced surgical expertise focused on the child’s spine today—and their future.
VBT is designed to correct spinal curvature while preserving the flexibility and motion of the spine. Unlike traditional orthopedic scoliosis surgery, which often involves the NJ spine surgeon fusing vertebrae together to prevent further curvature, VBT utilizes a dynamic tethering system that allows the spine to grow and move naturally while gradually correcting the curvature over time. This approach is ideal for younger patients whose spines are still growing, as it encourages continued spinal development while addressing deformities.
The vertebral body tethering procedure involves placing a specialized, flexible tether along the curved section of the spine. The tether is then tightened by the orthopedic spine surgeon to gradually straighten the spine over time, harnessing the body’s natural growth process. One of the key benefits of VBT is that it does not restrict motion in the same way that fusion surgery does. This means patients retain more flexibility and can maintain a more natural range of motion in the spine, leading to a more active lifestyle post-surgery.
One of the greatest advantages of VBT is its minimally invasive nature. The spine surgery procedure is performed through a small incision in the front of the body, allowing our board certified surgeons to have access to the spine without the need for large cuts or significant muscle disruption. As a result, recovery times are faster, scarring is minimal, and the risk of complications is reduced compared to traditional surgery.
VBT is most effective for treating scoliosis curves that are moderate in severity and found in patients who are still in their growth phase. It is especially beneficial for those who want to preserve as much spinal flexibility as possible and avoid the long-term consequences of spinal fusion, such as decreased mobility and the potential need for future surgeries.
Our orthopedic spine surgery practice office specializes in taking exceptional care of each patient from the initial consultation to the post-operative period. The honor and privilege of caring for our patients come with the responsibility and dedication of the surgeon’s staff to the utmost standard of excellence in patient care and final surgical outcome.
Our best in class Cedar Knolls (Morris County) back & neck pain diagnosis & surgery practice, Spine Associates of New Jersey, is honored to provide you with highly personalized and comprehensive care. Our philosophy of direct management of your case by an expert spine surgeon has made us one of the most trusted and respected spine surgery practices in NYC and NJ and the world. Feel free to contact the back & neck pain diagnosis and spine surgery specialists today and start yourself on the road to recovery.
Spine Associates of New Jersey
218 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 11352
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
(973) 657-6771
Spine Associates of NYC
1155 Park Avenue, Suite E
New York, NY 10128
(212) 360-6500
