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 …
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.
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 …
Does Scoliosis Surgery Hurt?
Does Scoliosis Surgery Hurt? Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Austin Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Matthew Janzen, DC. Last reviewed/edited on February 27, 2020. First published August 29, 2018. Many patients with scoliosis who are considering ask the question does scoliosis surgery hurt? What levels of pain are to be expected with spinal fusion …
Scoliosis Spinal Fusion Surgery: What to expect
Spinal fusion surgery can reduce curves but can have long term side effects & complications. Learn what to expect & effective alternatives to surgery.
Can Scoliosis Surgery Kill You?
Can scoliosis or scoliosis surgery kill you? Written and reviewed for scientific and factual accuracy by Dr. Austin Jelcick, PhD and Dr. Matthew Janzen, DC. Last reviewed/edited on May 26, 2022. First published August 13, 2018. Two common questions frequently arise when someone first learns about scoliosis and the available treatment options: Can scoliosis kill you; and can scoliosis surgery kill …
Groundbreaking Study Finds Stable, Long-Term Reductions Of Scoliosis Curves With Non-Surgical Treatment!
A study was performed over 21 years looking at long term non-surgical scoliosis reductions. Learn more about how these corrections lasted over 15+ years!
Treatment: 3- Bracing
Hold the spine straight with the Silicon Valley BraceTM 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. The Data is Conclusive: Scoliosis Bracing Works. Scoliosis bracing especially works if: The brace is a corrective one – An effective scoliosis back brace does not merely …
Treatment: 2- Scoliosis Flexibility Trainer
Release Contractures That Cause Stiffness Scoliosis Flexibility Trainer 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. The Scoliosis Flexibility Trainer is a unique FDA registered device that helps to unbend and untwist a scoliosis curve non-surgically, providing drastically better non-surgical treatment results. It …
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Are myths about scoliosis affecting treatment and hurting our children?
Learn about the myths about childhood scoliosis & adolescent idiopathic scoliosis as well as modern, innovative, and non-surgical treatment options.