NASSJ is pleased to announce a special focus issue on Spinal Alignment & Deformity, expertly curated by guest editors Drs. Alan Daniels and Tobias Mattei. This edition takes a deep dive into the complexities of spinal alignment.

Daniels explains the motivation behind the issue: “The NASSJ Focus Issue on Spinal Deformities and Alignment was inspired by the increasing recognition of the critical importance of sagittal and coronal alignment in spine surgery. Whether the patient is undergoing a single-level fusion for degenerative pathology, surgery for infection, tumor, or trauma, or a major deformity operation, proper spinal alignment is a key factor in optimizing surgical outcomes.”

This focus issue covers a range of topics, including the latest advancements in diagnostic imaging, surgical strategies for deformity correction, and the impact of spinal alignment on patient outcomes. Through these contributions, NASSJ’s focus issue aims to enhance the understanding and management of spinal alignment issues within the spine community. Access the full content at https://www.nassopenaccess.org/Spinal-Alignment.

NASSJ is committed to disseminating high-quality, open-access research that advances the field of spine care. Special thanks to the guest editors, authors, and reviewers whose efforts have made this issue an invaluable resource for the spine care community.