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Spinal tuberculosis (TB) is a condition that can quietly progress, especially when early symptoms are ignored. Among adolescents, increasingly sedentary lifestyles, often a result of  extended screen time, can delay detection, making treatment more complex. Doctors are reporting a rise in spinal deformities and nerve complications among young patients who initially dismiss symptoms as minor discomfort.

In one recent case, a teenage boy with a year-long gaming routine gradually began experiencing fatigue, back stiffness, and changes in posture. His limited physical activity hid the signs of spinal TB until more serious issues like difficulty walking and bladder control emerged. Medical imaging later confirmed spinal cord compression due to TB, which required urgent surgical intervention. Post-operation, a structured recovery plan involving physiotherapy and counselling helped him regain mobility and adjust behavioural patterns.

Experts at the Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (ISIC) emphasise that early detection is critical. “The longer the delay, the more complex the recovery,” says Dr Vikas Tandon, Chief of Spine Services at ISIC. Advanced tools like spinal navigation systems now help surgeons operate with greater precision, but identifying red flags, like persistent back pain, visible posture changes, or fatigue, is still the first step.

Also read | Online gaming pushing adolescents into aggressive behaviour: Experts

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