Tag Munish C. Gupta MD

Orthopedics

Sagittal plane deformities in adults

General principles 1 What is the “cone of economy” concept? The concept of the “cone of economy” was introduced by Dr. Jean Dubousset and describes a cone-shaped region extending from the feet upward around the trunk. When the body’s center…

Spine Secrets
February 21, 2024

Orthopedics

Sagittal plane deformities in pediatric patients

Background 1 Describe how sagittal plane alignment of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine changes from birth to adulthood. The sagittal alignment of the spine is dynamic and changes with age. In newborns the spinal column possesses a single C-shaped…

Spine Secrets
February 21, 2024