what is the purpose of doctors putting a metal rod in someones back?

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what is the purpose of doctors putting a metal rod in someones back?

2006-12-20 01:41:38 · 4 answers · asked by renzoa80 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care

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typically it's a treatment for severe Scoliosis (curvature of the spine). In order to straighten the spine, they insert a straight rod then attach the spine to it so it will stay straight.

2006-12-20 01:44:38 · answer #1 · answered by ksmpmjoll 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Metal rods are placed in the back for either or both of two reasons: for stabilization purposes and correction of spinal deformities.

2006-12-20 11:00:19 · answer #2 · answered by Rene B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

To strenghten a spine that has become weak through disease or accident

2006-12-20 09:45:42 · answer #3 · answered by michael c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Is it to straighten the spine?

2006-12-20 09:44:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋