Kyphosis and Hyperkyphosis Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Austin Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Matthew Janzen, DC. Last reviewed/edited on October 27, 2020. First published February 20, 2020. If you open the dictionary, kyphosis is defined as the exaggerated outward curvature of the the thoracic region of the spine which results in a rounded …
Services: List of Services
Scoliosis Services No matter where you are in your journey, Scoliosis Care Centers offers a variety of non-surgical scoliosis services to assist you. From screening and monitoring services; MRI based brace analysis and improvement; to our comprehensive Silicon Valley Method for treating scoliosis, patients and parents can find everything they need to ensure a spine …
Idiopathic Scoliosis Progression Risk Calculator
Scientific studies have found good predictors of scoliosis progression risk. Calculate your progression risk using this free calculator based on science.
Treatment
Scoliosis Treatment for Children and Adolescents Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Austin Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Matthew Janzen, DC. Last reviewed/edited on March 4, 2024. First published May 8, 2019. Scoliosis can be effectively treated in kids and teens without surgery; no curve should be ignored regardless of its size. Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis worsens rapidly …
Education: Early
Early Detection of Scoliosis Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Austin Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Matthew Janzen, DC. Last reviewed/edited on October 29, 2020. First published December 5, 2018. Scoliosis Care Centers has a 100% success rate when treating a scoliosis curve before it progresses beyond 25 degrees. This means that if you begin treatment before the spinal …
Early-Detection Scoliosis Screening Leading to Better Results for Kids at Risk
Recent research has shown dramatic success with scoliosis curves when they are caught & treated before they are 30 degrees. Learn about scoliosis screening.
Scoliosis X-rays and Your Brace: How Long Should the Brace Be off Before Your Next Scoliosis X-Ray (or MRI)?
How long should you be out of your scoliosis brace before an X-ray? Is it harmful to be out of brace for 24 or more hours?
Treatment: 0- Silicon Valley Scoliosis Method
The Silicon Valley Scoliosis Method The Silicon Valley Scoliosis Method is a completely new way of thinking about scoliosis A young child with a 30 degree curve has a 95% chance of needing surgery by the time they grow up 9. In contrast, the Silicon Valley Scoliosis Method has a 100% success rate for preventing surgery in …
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Revolutionizing Scoliosis Treatment With Standing MRI
Standing scoliosis MRI can be used instead of x-ray, providing better screening, monitoring, and treatment outcomes all while eliminating risk of cancer.
Treatment: 5- MRI
Standing MRI-Guided Treatment Yields Better Results Scoliosis Care Centers uses 100% radiation-free standing MRI instead of X-Rays for monitoring our patient’s treatment progress and Cobb angles. Here are 3 ways MRI helps improve your care: 1. Quarterly (every 3 months) Standing Scoliosis MRI imaging A scoliosis xray is typically taken every 6-12 months to monitor …