Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon
Scoliosis and spine health
Assoc. Prof. Hüseyin Sina Coşkun works in scoliosis and spine surgery at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in Samsun, Türkiye. From observation and bracing to surgery, he weighs surgical and non-surgical options together to create a treatment plan tailored to each patient.
- Associate Professor
- Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
- Fellowship
- Istanbul Florence Nightingale Scoliosis and Spine Health Center
- TOTBİD
- EuroSpine
- Turkish Spine Society
- TOTEK
- AO Spine
- SRS
- ASSG
Areas of practice
Scoliosis and spinal deformity at every age
Scoliosis is not a single condition. The cause and size of the curve and the patient’s age determine the choice of treatment.
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
The most common type of scoliosis, appearing around puberty. Regular monitoring, bracing and, when needed, corrective surgery.
Learn moreEarly-onset scoliosis
Curves that start before the age of 10. Serial casting, bracing and growth-friendly lengthening rod systems.
Learn moreNeuromuscular and congenital scoliosis
Curves linked to nerve and muscle conditions or to vertebrae that formed differently before birth, with treatment planned alongside other specialists.
Learn moreAdult scoliosis
Non-surgical and surgical options for adult deformity causing back and leg pain or balance problems.
Learn moreBracing and non-surgical care
Brace planning to stop curves progressing during growth, scoliosis-specific exercise and close follow-up.
Learn moreOther orthopaedic care
Knee and hip replacement; treatment of complex fractures and dislocations.
Learn moreInteractive guide
How does the size of the curve affect treatment?
The size of a scoliosis curve is measured as the Cobb angle on a standing full-spine X-ray. Move the slider to see the general approach for a growing adolescent at each curve size.
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Brace treatment
In children who are still growing, a brace is the most effective non-surgical way to stop a curve progressing. Success depends on wearing it for the recommended hours.
This is a general guide. Treatment decisions are made at examination, taking age, remaining growth, curve type and symptoms into account together. How is the Cobb angle measured?
Approach to care
From the first consultation to long-term follow-up
Thorough examination
Shoulder and waist symmetry, the forward bending test and a neurological examination, plus family history and stage of growth.
The right imaging
The Cobb angle and bone maturity are assessed on a standing full-spine X-ray; an MRI is requested when needed.
A plan made for you
Observation, exercise, bracing or surgery are discussed together, based on the size of the curve, remaining growth and everyday life.
Regular follow-up
Check-ups every 4–6 months during growth, scheduled visits after surgery and long-term monitoring.
Patient and family guide
Understanding scoliosis together
From diagnosis to recovery after surgery, the topics that come up most often in clinic, explained in plain language.
What is scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine combined with rotation of the vertebrae. It is usually painless, and in most cases the cause is unknown.
Read articleDiagnosis and check-ups
Examination, a standing full-spine X-ray and an assessment of the growth remaining form the basis of every treatment decision.
Read articleBrace treatment
A brace aims to stop a curve from progressing during growth. Success depends on wearing it for the recommended number of hours.
Read articleDeciding on surgery and preparing for it
Surgery is recommended when a curve passes the surgical threshold or keeps progressing. Good preparation makes recovery easier.
Read articleRecovery after surgery
Getting moving from the first days speeds up recovery. It is important to know the warning signs and to attend check-ups.
Read articleEarly-onset scoliosis
In scoliosis that starts before the age of 10, the aim is to control the curve while allowing the spine and lungs to grow.
Read article
About
Assoc. Prof. Hüseyin Sina Coşkun
He graduated from Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine in 2012 and completed his orthopaedic and trauma surgery training at the same university. In 2021 he completed a scoliosis and spine surgery fellowship at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital / Istanbul Spine Center.
Since 2023 he has been an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine.
- 2012Medical degree
- 2018Specialist in orthopaedics and traumatology
- 2021Spine surgery fellowship
- 2023Associate Professor
Was the scoliosis caused by a heavy bag or poor posture?
No. Although the cause of idiopathic scoliosis is unknown, bags, sitting posture, sleeping position and sport do not cause scoliosis.
Will the curve correct itself?
In adolescent scoliosis the curve does not usually correct itself. Some small curves that start in infancy can resolve on their own, which is why monitoring matters.
Can my child play sport?
Yes. Sport is recommended for children with scoliosis. During brace treatment, the brace can usually be taken off for sport. After surgery, your surgeon will decide when sport can be resumed.
Will a brace straighten the curve?
The main aim of a brace is to stop the curve from progressing during growth. Once the brace is stopped, the curve usually stays close to its size before bracing.
Will the curve progress after growth has finished?
Once growth is complete, curves under 30 degrees usually do not progress. Curves over 50 degrees may progress by about 1 degree a year in adulthood.
Contact
Patient visits and contact
Assoc. Prof. Hüseyin Sina Coşkun sees patients at Ondokuz Mayıs University Health Practice and Research Centre in Samsun. Appointments are made through the hospital's appointment system.
Contact page- Phone
- Hospital appointment
- AddressOndokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Kurupelit, Samsun, Türkiye
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In the press
AI-assisted, radiation-free spinal deformity diagnostic device from OMÜ
Original headline: OMÜ'den yapay zekâ destekli, radyasyonsuz omurga bozukluğu teşhis cihazı
A project at OMÜ to develop an AI-assisted device that detects spinal curvature without X-rays (Assoc. Prof. Coşkun is on the project team).
Three critical thresholds in scoliosis: what do 25, 45 and 70 degrees of curvature mean?
Original headline: Skolyozda 3 kritik sınır: 25, 45 ve 70 derece eğrilik ne anlama geliyor?
What different curve sizes mean in scoliosis, and the steps of treatment.
The era of artificial intelligence and robotics in orthopaedic treatment
Original headline: Ortopedi tedavilerinde yapay zeka ve robot teknolojisi dönemi
The role of artificial intelligence and robotics in planning orthopaedic treatment, and the importance of early diagnosis.
Sitting incorrectly in front of a screen for long periods leads to posture problems
Original headline: Ekran başında uzun süre yanlış oturuş duruş bozukluğuna yol açıyor
How sitting incorrectly during long screen use affects the neck, the back and posture.