a good doctor experienced with flatback?

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Hello, could anyone recommend a good orthopedic doctor/surgeon in the

uk or Ireland? I live in Ireland, but would be willing to travel for

the right person. I had a harrington rod put in in 1981 at age 13. I'm

40 now and it's beginning to cause me trouble. I can't stand up

straight properly and I suspect it's the beginnings of flatback, but I

really don't want to waste my time with some inexperienced person.

Is anyone out there in a similar situation? Any advice on exercise,

other treatments, coping strategies etc?