There seems to be little doubt that a soft scoliosis brace can help patients with different forms of scoliosis.
Medical Journals Support Soft
Scoliosis Bracing
As we covered previously, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, patients that wore a scoliosis brace for more than 18 hours per day did get a benefit from wearing bracing.A hard brace holds the body in place like a body cast. It limits movement significantly. In a compilation of research studies conducted by Orthopedic Rehabilitation Services, “These is a small but consistent body of evidence for the use of soft braces in the treatment of scoliosis.”
In order for brace treatment to be successful, there are several steps to the process. It includes:
Detection While a Patient is Still Young
Examination by a Physician, Specifically an Orthopedic Surgeon
Determination by the Doctor if the Curve is Projected to Get Worse
A Well-Fitted Brace Made According to Your Child’s Measurements
Time Out of The Brace Approved by the Physician
Following the Hours Per Day Recommendation for Brace Wearing
A Cooperative Patient with a Family Committed to the Treatment
Mild to Moderate Curvature without a Severe Degree of Curve
Scoliosis Treatment for Children Under 16 Years of Age
According to the New England Journal of Medicine, scoliosis develops in around 5% of children younger than 16 years of age. Before committing to a drastic spinal surgery, consider treatment with a brace.
Soft Scoliosis Brace Options
There is a full range of options on the market for people interested in dynamic braces for treatment. Because the other options are quite uncomfortable, a person has nothing to lose by trying a dynamic back brace.
The Boston Soft Spinal Orthotics (SSO): This brace is a popular solution designed to provide moveable posture for patients with scoliosis. In fact, it is also used for the treatment of low impact neuromuscular disease. The founder of this brand made a foam brace with plastic struts in place for support. When the back supported well, the body has the ability to expend energy on movement of the extremities and head control. The Boston Brace is the most commonly prescribed brace today. They are made from prefabricated mold options and the brace is put together by the size and curve of the patient.
The first thing you need to do is schedule an exam with your scoliosis chiropractor in Arizona.
Pivonka Family Chiropractic
1355 S Higley Rd #102
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 892-0022
correctscoliosis.com
