For parents of growing kids with scoliosis

You can't stop your child from growing, but you can protect their spine while they do it.

Worried the curve will get worse, or that surgery is the only answer? Get clear answers and a plan built around your child's spine, growth, and life.

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For parents of growing kids with scoliosis

You can't stop your child from growing, but you can protect their spine while they do it.

Worried the curve will get worse, or that surgery is the only answer? Get clear answers and a plan built around your child's spine, growth, and life.

Get my free case review Check your child's risk in 1 minute
  • Free case review
  • No commitment
  • Patients from 42 states
Why timing matters

Growth spurts don't wait.Neither does scoliosis.

If you've ever marked your child's height on a doorframe, you've seen it: the marks stay close together for years, then suddenly jump apart.

That jump is the growth spurt.It's also when scoliosis can progress the fastest.

The question isn't whether your child will grow. It's whether you'll have a plan when they do.
Why timing matters

Growth spurts don't wait.Neither does scoliosis.

If you've ever marked your child's height on a doorframe, you've seen it: the marks stay close together for years, then suddenly jump apart.

That jump is the growth spurt.It's also when scoliosis can progress the fastest.

The question isn't whether your child will grow. It's whether you'll have a plan when they do.
If this sounds familiar

You're doing everything you can for your child. But knowing what to do next isn't always clear.

Fear

“Is it going to get worse?”

“What if we wait too long and miss our chance?”

Confusion

“One doctor says wait and watch. Another says brace now.”

“Cobb angle, Risser sign… what does any of this mean for my kid?”

Frustration

“We're doing everything they told us. Why is it still getting worse?”

“Another appointment, and still no clear answers.”

These feelings are normal, and you're not the only parent having them. You shouldn't have to sort through all of this alone.

Continue reading: Dr. Matt felt this too
Meet Dr. Matt

He was a scoliosis doctor. Then he became a scoliosis parent. Everything changed.

Dr. Matthew Janzen, DC · Scoliosis Care Centers
  1. The doctor

    Dr. Matt treated scoliosis the way the experts recommended. Some of his patients' curves still got worse.

  2. The parent

    Then his daughter was diagnosed. He felt the same fear, confusion and frustration you might be feeling now, and her growth spurt was on its way.

  3. The search

    He set out to find answers: a standing MRI, an in-house lab to design and build custom braces, and a focus on the root cause, not just the curve.

  4. The difference

    Years later, his son Sean was diagnosed too. This time there was no fear. He already had a plan.

He's been where you are. Now he helps parents like you find clarity, confidence and control.

Watch Dr. Matt's story
What most parents don't hear

Growth can work for your child, too.

The same growth that can make a curve worse is what gives treatment room to work. With the right plan in place on time, the clock starts working in your favor.

Illustrative, not to scale. Every child's results are different.
The Silicon Valley Scoliosis Method

Every curve is different. Their treatment plan should be, too.

Not a one-tool approach, but a complete five-part system, tailored to your child's curve and growth stage. The goal isn't only to avoid surgery.It's to help the spine grow straighter.

Why it matters for your child:
100% Success rate for preventing surgery in curves 30° and under
See our results
5 parts A complete treatment system, not a one-tool approach
ZERO Radiation from standing MRI monitoring
2008 Non-surgical scoliosis care since
Read the research

The approach is built around your child. Here's how to get started.

See the 3-step plan
The Silicon Valley Scoliosis Method

Every curve is different. Their treatment plan should be, too.

Not a one-tool approach, but a complete five-part system, tailored to your child's curve and growth stage. The goal isn't only to avoid surgery.It's to help the spine grow straighter.

Why it matters for your child:
100% Success rate for preventing surgery in curves 30° and under
See our results
5 parts A complete treatment system, not a one-tool approach
ZERO Radiation from standing MRI monitoring
2008 Non-surgical scoliosis care since
Read the research

The approach is built around your child. Here's how to get started.

See the 3-step plan
How it works

A clear path forward starts with one simple step.

  1. 1
    Start here

    Get answers

    Understand your child's scoliosis, growth stage and available treatment options.

    What to expect: Request a free case review. Share what you have so far, and we'll walk you through what it means for your child.

  2. 2

    Build their plan

    Work with SCC to develop a personalized treatment strategy based on your child's specific needs.

    What to expect: We explain your options and why we recommend them. You stay in charge of every decision.

  3. 3

    Move forward with confidence

    Follow the plan, monitor progress and make informed decisions as your child grows.

    What to expect: Regular check-ins with radiation-free standing MRI, so you always know where things stand.

You don't need to have all the answers. You just need to take the first step. We'll take it from there, together.
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One family's story

From worrying about what comes next to knowing what to do next.

Meet Josie and her mom, Darci

They were told to wait and see. Then the curve got worse.

Josie was diagnosed at 9. After a year of waiting, her curve had grown to 39°, just below surgery range. She and Darci wanted to avoid spinal fusion if at all possible.

After a few days of research, Darci found Scoliosis Care Centers. A week later, they flew from Michigan to California to start treatment.

Read Josie's full story
Josie's journey
  1. Age 9 Wait and see Diagnosed with scoliosis and told to watch it for a year.
  2. Age 10 39° The curve had grown to just below surgery range. Treatment at SCC begins.
  3. 5 years The work Spinal weighting exercises, nerve stretching and the Silicon Valley Brace™.
  4. Age 15 ~9° Below the 10° threshold for scoliosis. Today she's modeling, playing volleyball and finishing school.
What changes when you have a plan
  1. Fear Confidence A plan built to avoid surgery, instead of waiting to see.
  2. Confusion Clarity Clear answers about the curve and what each step is for.
  3. Frustration Control Progress you can see at every check-in.

Josie and Darci started with the same first step you can take today.

Get answers now
One family's story

From worrying about what comes next to knowing what to do next.

Meet Josie and her mom, Darci

They were told to wait and see. Then the curve got worse.

Josie was diagnosed at 9. After a year of waiting, her curve had grown to 39°, just below surgery range. She and Darci wanted to avoid spinal fusion if at all possible.

After a few days of research, Darci found Scoliosis Care Centers. A week later, they flew from Michigan to California to start treatment.

Read Josie's full story
Josie's journey
  1. Age 9 Wait and see Diagnosed with scoliosis and told to watch it for a year.
  2. Age 10 39° The curve had grown to just below surgery range. Treatment at SCC begins.
  3. 5 years The work Spinal weighting exercises, nerve stretching and the Silicon Valley Brace™.
  4. Age 15 ~9° Below the 10° threshold for scoliosis. Today she's modeling, playing volleyball and finishing school.
What changes when you have a plan
  1. Fear Confidence A plan built to avoid surgery, instead of waiting to see.
  2. Confusion Clarity Clear answers about the curve and what each step is for.
  3. Frustration Control Progress you can see at every check-in.

Josie and Darci started with the same first step you can take today.

Get answers now
Don't wait to find out

Don't let uncertainty cost your child valuable time.

Your child keeps growing whether or not you have answers. Waiting for a curve to look worse can mean some treatment options are no longer on the table by the time you act.

  • Growth is the window. Treatment has the most room to work while your child is still growing.
  • Knowing beats guessing. Understanding your child's risk factors turns worry into informed decisions.
  • One step is enough. You don't have to decide everything today. Just start with what you know.
Scoliosis Risk Calculator Use the numbers from your child's most recent X-ray or MRI report.
For general education only. Not a diagnosis or an individual prediction. Talk with a qualified clinician about your child's situation.
Your child's results appear here. See the estimated risk of the curve reaching surgical range without treatment, how that compares with treatment, and the correction often seen for this curve size.
Review these results with us
Don't wait to find out

Don't let uncertainty cost your child valuable time.

Your child keeps growing whether or not you have answers. Waiting for a curve to look worse can mean some treatment options are no longer on the table by the time you act.

  • Growth is the window. Treatment has the most room to work while your child is still growing.
  • Knowing beats guessing. Understanding your child's risk factors turns worry into informed decisions.
  • One step is enough. You don't have to decide everything today. Just start with what you know.
Scoliosis Risk Calculator Use the numbers from your child's most recent X-ray or MRI report.
For general education only. Not a diagnosis or an individual prediction. Talk with a qualified clinician about your child's situation.
Your child's results appear here. See the estimated risk of the curve reaching surgical range without treatment, how that compares with treatment, and the correction often seen for this curve size.
Review these results with us
Your first step

You can't stop your child from growing. But you can have a plan for what comes next.

You don't have to make every decision today. Request a free case review, and we'll help you understand where your child stands.

What happens next
  1. 1
    You tell us a little about your child It takes about two minutes. Share what you know, even if it isn't much yet.
  2. 2
    A case director reaches out Usually within 2 hours. They'll listen, answer your first questions and ask for any imaging you have.
  3. 3
    You get answers Dr. Matt's team reviews your child's case and walks you through what it means and what your options are.
Does the case review cost anything?

No. The case review is free.

Am I committing to treatment?

No. A case review is just a conversation and a look at where things stand. Any decisions about treatment stay yours.

What if I don't have X-rays or a curve measurement?

That's okay. Many parents start with only a screening result or a doctor's comment. Your case director will help you figure out what's needed.

We don't live near a clinic. Can you still help?

Yes. Most of our patients travel to us from other states and countries. Your case director will walk you through how care works when you don't live nearby.

Get your child's free case review

Tell us a little about your child in our secure form. You can add X-rays or MRI images if you have them.

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