scoliosis treatments Archives | Page 9 of 16

Jun

2017

Scoliosis Management: Treating Your Spinal Curve

Erika

Since scoliosis cannot be ‘cured’ in the true sense of that word, treatment efforts tend instead to focus on managing the condition. The key aims of scoliosis management are as follows: Stop the patient’s spinal curve from progressing any further Reduce the Cobb angle (i.e. the severity of the curve) if possible Treat symptoms such … Read more

Apr

2017

Working Out With Scoliosis: Is It Safe?

Erika

Apr

2017

What's it Like Wearing a Scoliosis Brace?

Erika

The curvature of the spine can be treated in a number of different ways, but one of the most commonly-prescribed treatment methods of all is the scoliosis brace. Scoliosis patients will often wear a rigid plastic shell known as a ‘Boston brace’ for as much as 23 hours a day, removing the brace only to … Read more

Mar

2017

Is Scoliosis Life-Threatening?

Erika

Scoliosis patients often ask numerous questions about their condition when they are first diagnosed. While many of these questions relate to the patient’s quality of life and cosmetic appearance, it is not uncommon for newly-diagnosed scoliosis sufferers to worry about their mortality, especially bearing in mind the progressive nature of the condition. First of all, … Read more

Mar

2017

Formetric Scanning & Other Scoliosis Scan Methods

Erika

The first step for every Scoliosis SOS patient is attending our clinic for an initial consultation. At the beginning of your consultation, we will go through your medical records, evaluate any symptoms you’re currently experiencing, and ask you about any previous treatments you may have received for your back problems. Next, we will conduct a … Read more