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How Scoliosis Affects the Body
Scoliosis affects the body in different ways, from headaches to reduced vitality. Living with scoliosis is painful and can limit your ability to experience autonomy. It impacts financial stability, well-being and overall quality of life. The good news is that scoliosis is hi...
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Bracing vs. Surgery for Scoliosis
While your doctor might recommend a back brace for mild scoliosis, surgery is often the best option for severe curvature. A back brace won’t correct your spinal curve, but it can prevent it from progressing. Spinal fusion surgery can also prevent your curve from progressing furt...
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Adolescents and Scoliosis Bracing
As a child with scoliosis grows, their spine curvature can increase. At this point, many orthopedic surgeons will recommend they wear a back brace until the spine stops growing, typically right before the adolescent growth spurt. This type of scoliosis treatment can prevent the ...
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Dec
The Importance of Routine Scoliosis Screening for Children
Scoliosis is the sideways curvature of the spine into a C or S shape. This condition can develop in children at a young age and worsen as they grow. To prevent or detect scoliosis early, consider a spinal screening for your child before each school year. Back-to-School Checkups ...
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