Management of neuromuscular scoliosis

Neuromuscular scoliosis is classified as a neuropathic or myopathic type. C erebral palsy is the most common form of neuropathic type, and Duchenne's m uscular dystrophy best characterizes the principles and recommended treatme nt for the myopathic type. Nonoperative measures rarely fully control a pro gressive scoliosis. Careful preoperative planning and surgery can achieve a well-balanced spine over a level pelvis with a good functional result.