Scoliosis Management
Scoliosis and Spinal Orthotics
Adolescent scoliosis (curvature of the spine) can be frightening for parents and their children. The exact causes of scoliosis remain unknown. Treatment is typically directed by a specialized orthopedist. The curvature of the spine may be monitored, treated orthotically, and in some cases surgically corrected. Our practicioners have treated many children orthotically (treatment with a back brace), helped prevent and, in some cases, corrected the curvature in their spine.
Two common treatments that are both well documented in studies are typically used:
A custom body jacket worn for the majority of the day (read more about this treatment at www.bostonbrace.com)
A more recent design which utilizes principles to achieve greater correction and is worn only while the patient sleeps.
Scoliosis and Spinal Orthotics
Adolescent scoliosis (curvature of the spine) can be frightening for parents and their children. The exact causes of scoliosis remain unknown. Treatment is typically directed by a specialized orthopedist. The curvature of the spine may be monitored, treated orthotically, and in some cases surgically corrected. Our practicioners have treated many children orthotically (treatment with a back brace), helped prevent and, in some cases, corrected the curvature in their spine.
Two common treatments that are both well documented in studies are typically used:
A custom body jacket worn for the majority of the day (read more about this treatment at www.bostonbrace.com)
A more recent design which utilizes principles to achieve greater correction and is worn only while the patient sleeps.
Charleston Bending Brace for Scoliosis (www.cbb.org)