Scoliosis is a disease that causes a deformity of the spine and affects more people than you might imagine. Scoliosis is a disease often caught or spotted in early childhood during routine physical exams. Scoliosis, when not treated, can lead to permanent deformity of the spine and major issues with mobility and quality of life later on. Are […]
Medical technology has come so far in the past few decades. There are now cures and therapies for things that many people believed would never be healed. That being said, in order for these therapies to work, we must be consistent in applying them. Bracing the spine of an adolescent to help correct scoliosis is […]
If your doctor has recommended scoliosis bracing, you might be wondering, "how long do I have to wear my scoliosis brace?" Scoliosis bracing is an effective way to treat scoliosis in both children and adults. The amount of time the individual will need to wear the brace will depend on the goals that have been set forth […]
Growing up can be difficult. The transition of children physically growing into adults is inherently awkward and innately disconcerting—and that’s if everything goes relatively smoothly. Unfortunately, puberty can highlight health problems that are unique to those who are growing, like scoliosis. Scoliosis is the lateral curvature of the spine that can happen during a young […]
Back problems can be debilitating, which is why it’s so important to address potential back issues as early as possible. Take scoliosis, for example. Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that often begins during puberty when children have their growth spurts. When treated early, scoliosis can be mitigated or rendered a nonfactor. The […]