by 28177pwpadmin | Feb 24, 2026 | Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Spinal Stenosis
January to February of 2024, When Ben was in the 7th grade, we started to notice that his walking gait was a little more awkward than his usual. At the time, it was slight. In March of 2024, Ben had a routine physical with his pediatrician where she also noticed that...
by 28177pwpadmin | Feb 17, 2026 | Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Recovery, Scoliosis
Dr. Arun Hariharan Featured on The Athlete Spine Podcast with AJ Rosacker The Athlete Spine Podcast recently sat down with Dr. Arun Hariharan and AJ Rosacker, a college lacrosse player, for a powerful conversation about AJ’s journey undergoing surgery to correct a...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 20, 2025 | Conditions, Neurofibromatosis Type 1, NF1, Scoliosis
Understanding NF1 and Spinal Deformity Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that affects the skin, bones, and nervous system. One of its most significant orthopedic manifestations is scoliosis; which can be dystrophic (structurally abnormal vertebrae)...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 13, 2025 | Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Neurofibromatosis Type 1, NF1
Understanding NF1 and Bone Dysplasia Neurofibromatosis Type 1 doesn’t just affect nerves and skin; it also weakens the skeleton. The bones in NF1 are often fragile, with thin cortices and abnormal remodeling. These changes make fractures more likely and healing more...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 7, 2025 | Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Prader-Willi, Scoliosis
Prader–Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a complex genetic condition caused by abnormalities in chromosome 15, leading to low muscle tone (hypotonia), growth hormone deficiency, and unique metabolic and behavioral challenges. While most discussions focus on appetite and...
by 28177pwpadmin | Nov 7, 2025 | Cebrebral Palsy, Conditions, Dr. Hariharan, Scoliosis
Understanding the Link Between Cerebral Palsy and the Spine Cerebral palsy (CP) affects muscle tone, movement, and coordination, but it also impacts the spine, particularly during growth. Muscle imbalance and weakness can gradually pull the spine out of alignment,...
