Is bracing for scoliosis effective?

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Long-Term Scoliosis Non-Surgical Treatment Success, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Bracing, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Fact Check, Scoliosis Myths

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC "An old man turned ninety-eight, he won the lottery and died the next day." This may be a lyric from Alanis Morissette's song Ironic, but think about it in the context of scoliosis bracing: if we wear a brace just for our scoliosis to get worse in the end, what was the point? On

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Do the effects of bracing last?

Long-Term Scoliosis Non-Surgical Treatment Success, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Bracing, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Fact Check, Scoliosis Myths, Scoliosis Resources

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC For someone who has been diagnosed with scoliosis, or for parents who just learned their child has scoliosis, the topic of bracing can be an emotional one. Considering the amount of time and money that goes into making and wearing a brace for several years, the most important question that patients and parents ask

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Fact Checking Scoliosis

Scoliosis, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Fact Check, Scoliosis Myths

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Whether you, your child, your friend, or your family member has scoliosis, the first place people go when they need to learn about something is online. Even for someone without scoliosis who wants to learn more, perhaps during scoliosis awareness month, performing research online is the way most people find information. From infographics, to

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How Are Scoliosis Braces Made?

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Long-Term Scoliosis Non-Surgical Treatment Success, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Bracing, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Tools

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Scoliosis Brace Problems and How to Fix Them Bracing has been proven by science to not only prevent surgery, but also help straighten the spine of people with idiopathic scoliosis 1, 4. But how are scoliosis braces made? What does the process involve? Who makes scoliosis braces? Why do some doctors say a brace

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How Much Does Scoliosis Surgery Cost? The Cost of Spinal Fusion Surgery and Alternatives

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Surgery, Spinal Fusion Surgery

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Scoliosis correction surgery has increased in frequency over the last two decades with the most common reason for scoliosis surgical recommendation being adolescent idiopathic scoliosis 3. As you would imagine, the scoliosis operation cost, or scoliosis surgery cost can be significant. But does the cost balance the benefit? How much does a surgery for

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How scoliosis is caused

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Resources, Types of Scoliosis

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Causes of Scoliosis One question frequently asked by patients and their families after being diagnosed is how scoliosis is caused. Scoliosis is a type of spinal deformity that occurs in three dimensions. Instead of simply being a curve in two dimensions, there often is rotation, making scoliosis a three dimensional problem. In addition to

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Idiopathic Scoliosis Progression Risk Calculator

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Monitoring, Scoliosis Resources, Scoliosis Tools

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Predicting whether or not a child’s scoliosis will progress does not require a crystal ball or a World Almanac from the future. Past and present scientific literature and scientific studies provide us with evidence based calculations to help predict whether or not a scoliosis curve of the spine will worsen and progress. Enter your

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How are Risser Signs, Skeletal Age, and Scoliosis Related?

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Resources, Scoliosis Screening

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Scientific studies have shown idiopathic scoliosis to have a higher potential for worsening based on the amount of growing a child has left to do; that is, the growth potential of the child4. Another way of thinking about this is that scoliosis has a higher risk of progression in skeletally immature children. What does

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5 Surprising Facts about Adolescent Scoliosis

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Resources, Scoliosis Surgery

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC Learning that you or your child has scoliosis can be a stressful experience. Finding quality information about scoliosis and scoliosis treatment that is backed by scientific research and medical studies can be even more stressful and difficult. However, being as informed and educated as possible is key to making good treatment decisions and ensuring

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5 Things to Know Before Choosing Your Scoliosis Treatment Provider

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Non-Surgical Scoliosis Treatment Methods, Scoliosis, Scoliosis Bracing, Scoliosis Care Centers, Scoliosis Education, Scoliosis Resources, Scoliosis Treatment Archives, Types of Scoliosis

Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Janzen, DC 5 Things To Know Before Choosing Your Scoliosis Treatment Provider Choosing a scoliosis treatment provider is a difficult task. There are multiple types of treatment options all claiming to be better than the other. Many treatments are expensive, some treatments look extremely painful, other treatments look like they’re a huge time commitment, and others

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