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When it comes to assessing scoliosis and spinal deformities, the Cobb angle has long been the gold standard for diagnosis and treatment planning. The Cobb angle measures the degree of curvature in the spine, quantifying its deviation from a straight vertical line. However, Cobb angle does not take into account centeredness of the spine…
Supporting Your Child Through Scoliosis: A Guide for Parents Providing comfort, clarity, and confidence to families navigating scoliosis care. Why Scoliosis Bracing Matters for Your Child What is Scoliosis Bracing? Scoliosis bracing is a non-invasive treatment that helps correct spinal curvature. Custom-made for each child, the brace works to straighten the spine while allowing them …
My Journey with Scoliosis: From Diagnosis to Surgery Last Updated Friday July 5th, 2024. The Silent Struggles of Scoliosis Scoliosis is a condition that often remains hidden from the everyday eye, only becoming noticeable when it progresses significantly. It’s one of those silent ailments that often leads people to say, “You look fine; how could …
Mild scoliosis is defined as a curve in the spine that is greater than 10, but less than 20 degrees. But when and how should it be treated?
Stiff contractured soft tissue limit how much a spine with scoliosis can be straightened. See how surgeons perform surgical release & alternative methods.
Research shows scoliosis can be hereditary & run in families, but it can also arise spontaneously. Genetics play an important role in scoliosis development.
Scoliosis surgery is typically recommended once a curve is 45 degrees or larger. Calculate your scoliosis surgical risk with this research based calculator.
We know that idiopathic scoliosis gets worse as a child grows, but why? Learn how growth and how fast a child grows can make a scoliosis curve get worse.
Bracing has been around a long time, and has changed over the years. But is bracing for scoliosis effective? Learn more with this scientific fact check.
Do the effects of bracing last after the brace is taken off? Do results last long term? Scientific research says YES despite misinformation you may read.