Onset & Complex

#1 — The Scoliosis Quick Start Guide: Foundational Knowledge & Consensus {#quick-start-guide}

What you’ll learn
• What scoliosis is (and isn’t), how it’s measured, and key terms.
• Where expert consensus is today across bracing, exercises, and surgery.

Watch order

1. ▶ Overview of scoliosis — Andrea Lebel
   https://youtu.be/DSBdNqgWYkQ

2. ▶ AIS treatment consensus — Dr. Suken Shah (bracing, PSSE/Schroth, selective fusion)
   https://youtu.be/OKsK7WJ_R90

Browse the full interview collection (surgeons & experts)
▶ Open playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76MvgSKY0L8eNXROyxjWd8pd2c

#2 — Bracing, Conservative Care, and Early Intervention {#bracing-conservative-care}

What you’ll learn
• When and why bracing is recommended, fit goals, and compliance tips.
• PSSE (Schroth and related): what it does, how to start, realistic expectations.
• Non-fusion alternatives being explored for select cases.

Featured videos
▶ Bracing goals & compliance — Luke Stikeleather
https://youtu.be/DRqFhgn1T8I
▶ ApiFix (non-fusion internal bracing) — Dr. Ron El‑Hawary
https://youtu.be/XpZr_4uhFk0

Playlists to explore
▶ Bracing & Orthotists: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76MviAzFZIXu5Nm6_taLjFBV9t
▶ PSSE / Schroth Exercises: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76Mvi1yqoyEvJIEkMNf7OTG5eB

#3 — Understanding Skeletal Maturity and Natural History {#skeletal-maturity}

What you’ll learn
• Why/when curves progress, and how maturity affects risk.
• How Sanders Staging guides timing for bracing or surgery.

Featured videos
▶ Natural history & BrAIST — Dr. Stuart Weinstein
https://youtu.be/H9MuUl3x6ow
▶ Sanders Skeletal Maturity Staging — Dr. James O. Sanders
https://youtu.be/ClE_BqWEEOI

Playlist to explore
▶ Researchers & Evidence: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76Mvgb8lOT2Vl9jvmkU8YedG1Z

#4 — Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT/ASC): Candidate Selection & Outcomes {#vbt}

What you’ll learn
• Who is a good candidate (age, growth remaining, curve flexibility).
• Expected outcomes, common pitfalls, and when to choose fusion instead.
• Real-world decision frameworks from experienced surgeons.

Featured videos
▶ Candidacy & outcomes — Dr. Amer Samdani
https://youtu.be/LyO3wmDWALA
▶ Fuse or tether? Algorithm & updates — Dr. Per Trobisch
https://youtu.be/bU9ebixLJPw

Playlists to explore
▶ VBT / AVBT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76MviC3wiB67PdATXA3EJGfQlc
▶ ASC (Anterior Scoliosis Correction): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76MviBwMBCWOQUq3cFCiMGkv3i

#5 — Fusion Surgery: Gold Standard & Modern Techniques {#fusion}

What you’ll learn
• Why Posterior Spinal Fusion (PSF) remains the benchmark.
• Modern techniques: selective thoracic fusion, preserving motion where possible.
• Recovery, risks/benefits, outcome expectations.

Featured videos
▶ Modern fusion decision‑making — Dr. Suken Shah
https://youtu.be/OKsK7WJ_R90
▶ Innovations & complex cases — Dr. Baron Lonner
https://youtu.be/2NvudqGcVmc

Interview playlist
▶ Surgeon Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfyUArn76MvgSKY0L8eNXROyxjWd8pd2c

#6 — Early Onset, Casting, and Complex Conditions {#early-onset}

What you’ll learn
• EDF/Mehta casting for infantile/early-onset scoliosis—how early intervention can change the trajectory.
• Complex/syndromic scoliosis care pathways and team building.

Featured video
▶ EDF/Mehta casting — Dr. Michelle Welborn
https://youtu.be/g__AYlt66WE

Where to ask nuanced questions
▶ Join the private Facebook group (expert interviews, research summaries): https://www.facebook.com/groups/1198200727630801

Save time with these tips

• On each video, open Chapters to jump to your question.
• Turn on Captions and set Speed (0.75× for complex parts, 1.25× to skim).
• Use Save → Watch later to build your shortlist.
• Share key clips with family, teachers, and your healthcare team.

Continue learning & get support

• All playlists: https://www.youtube.com/@DerekLee/playlists
• Private Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1198200727630801
• Prefer 1:1 guidance? Book a scoliosis consult → [Add your booking link]

Educational only; not medical advice. Please review your individual case with your healthcare team.