Blog articles
Articles about scoliosis, treatment breakthroughs, research, and recovery stories.
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Is scoliosis hereditary, genetic, or both?
Research shows scoliosis can be hereditary & run in families, but it can also arise spontaneously. Genetics play an important role in scoliosis development.
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Scoliosis Surgical Risk Calculator
Scoliosis surgery is typically recommended once a curve is 45 degrees or larger. Calculate your scoliosis surgical risk with this research based calculator.
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Why Does Scoliosis Get Worse With Growth?
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.
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Is bracing for scoliosis effective?
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.
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Do the effects of bracing last?
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.
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Fact Checking Scoliosis
Info about scoliosis is everywhere online: celebrity doctors; health blogs; but what info is correct? Fact check scoliosis info with science and research.
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How Are Scoliosis Braces Made?
Bracing is proven by science to prevent scoliosis surgery and straigthen the spine. Yet bracing often fails. Why does this happen and how do we prevent it?
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How Much Does Scoliosis Surgery Cost? The Cost of Spinal Fusion Surgery and Alternatives
Scoliosis surgery costs vary depending on the type of surgery performed. But what are they? How do the costs compare to non-surgical treatment? Learn more.
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How scoliosis is caused
How scoliosis is caused can vary depending on the type of scoliosis you have. Learn about scoliosis types, scoliosis causes, and scoliosis ICD 10 codes.