Being diagnosed with scoliosis during adolescence can be upsetting for kids and parents alike. Dealing with scoliosis, or any health condition in childhood or adolescence can be difficult. For some, scoliosis is a tough pill to swallow especially since it comes at a time of life that should be care-free. At this point, the caring… Read More
We get many questions from parents and kids about scoliosis and sports. Each case of scoliosis is unique and must be considered individually but in this post we will try and overview a few things to be aware of. In general, we wholeheartedly encourage athletic participation and participation in gym class for kids with scoliosis… Read More
If you’ve been on our website, you know that we offer four to five-day intensive Schroth Programs for children and adults with scoliosis. ADL (Activities of Daily Living) training for scoliosis is an integral part of our program, and strangely, one that not many Schroth practitioners in the US address. ADL training for scoliosis is an important part… Read More
What are My Child’s Chances of Scoliosis Progression? A paper by Lonstein and Carlson is a popular resource on the topic of scoliosis progression. Their 1984 study features a progression factor equation taking a child’s age, Cobb angle and Risser sign (method of estimating skeletal maturity) into account to estimate percentage risk of scoliosis progression. The study conclusions are… Read More
The Cobb method of measuring scoliosis is the basis for diagnosis, prognosis and standard of care for treatment. Using the Cobb method, the Cobb angle (some refer to it as Cobb’s angle) is determined. This measurement is an important aspect of scoliosis to understand. Understanding Cobb’s method a little better may help you gain insight… Read More
Scoliosis surgeons have claimed for years, and most still do, that it is impossible to correct scoliosis without surgery. In this post we are happy to report on one of our young patients who is proving the doctors wrong again – this time in a very big way! D. came to Scoliosis 3DC® in September 2014, six months… Read More
We talk a lot about adolescent scoliosis on this site, but we also offer scoliosis treatment for adults too! Adults who seek out our care are usually most interested in scoliosis pain relief, improving posture, and preventing progression as aging occurs. Many adults, both women, and men, of all ages with mild, moderate, and severe… Read More
When do doctors recommend an MRI for scoliosis? Typically MRIs are diagnosed for patients diagnosed in the juvenile phase (<ten-years-old) or for adolescents experiencing atypical characteristics of idiopathic scoliosis. More specifically, an MRI for scoliosis may be recommended when a patient has numbness, weakness, pain, or an asymmetric loss of reflexes. An MRI can help… Read More
In-brace correction is a key component of scoliosis bracing. This can play a pivotal role in whether or not scoliosis brace treatment has the potential to be successful. Other factors, such as spinal flexibility, spinal curve pattern, Risser sign/stage, Cobb angle(s) degree at the start of bracing, and of course, patient compliance, will also factor… Read More
Scoliosis Angle – What is the Difference Between the Cobb Angle and Scoliometer Measurement? Patients and parents often confuse the measurements that doctors use to evaluate scoliosis, specifically Cobb angle and Scoliometer. These scoliosis angle measurements are very different. Both are used by doctors to monitor scoliosis and to determine whether scoliosis is improving (yes, this is possible… Read More
