19-Year-Old Fighting Severe Scoliosis Has Miraculous Recovery

19-Year-Old Fighting Severe Scoliosis Has Miraculous Recovery
John Sacrona has underwent 18 surgeries since he was 6 years old due to a severe form of scoliosis known as kyphoscoliosis NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
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A New York teen with severe scoliosis made what some have described a “miraculous” recovery, according to reports.

Two years ago, John Sarcona, who was 17 at the time, was hospitalized for life-threatening scoliosis. He said his spine was “bend[ing] by the hour.” But now, he’s learning to drive and is in his first year of college, ABC News reported on Dec. 21.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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