Presurgical Short-Term Halo-Pelvic Traction for Severe Rigid Scoliosis (Cobb Angle >120°)

Abstract

For severe rigid scoliosis with a Cobb angle greater than 120°, a combination of short-term presurgical HPT and posterior surgery is an effective and safe solution. After 4 to 6 weeks of presurgical HPT the Cobb angle can be decreased by approximately 50%, providing a favorable condition for spine corrective surgery.Level of Evidence: 3.