June is National Scoliosis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to spreading the word about the power of early detection, advocating for non-surgical treatment options, and supporting our amazing patient community. This June, we were honored to see our mission and clinical research highlighted across several prominent news outlets. From the critical importance of regular childhood screenings to groundbreaking data presented on the global stage, these features showcase our commitment to moving the standard of care forward.
Check out the summaries below and follow the links to read the full stories!
Fairfax Times: “Catch Scoliosis Early: Missed Well-Checks Cost Growing Kids Precious Time”
We are thrilled that our very own Kristian Christensen, CPO, was invited to byline this important feature! In the article, Kristian emphasizes that early detection is the key to successful, non-operative scoliosis treatment. He discusses how missed pediatric well-checks during busy seasons can cause growing children to lose precious time, allowing spinal curves to progress unnoticed. Kristian outlines the visual signs parents should look for—such as uneven shoulders, hips, or a prominent shoulder blade—and highlights why proactive screening is crucial to expanding a child’s treatment options before their major growth spurts are over.
👉 Read Kristian’s full article on Fairfax Times
The O&P EDGE: “Brace Management Affects Scoliosis Curve Improvement”
This piece highlights the cutting-edge clinical research presented by the National Scoliosis Center team at the 2026 SOSORT International Congress in Turin, Italy. The article covers our study of 267 patients, which provides exciting evidence that high-quality, custom 3D bracing can do much more than simply “hold” a curve—it can achieve meaningful, progressive spinal alignment improvement by harnessing a child’s growth. The feature underscores that treatment success is heavily driven by close patient management, consistent full-time brace wear, and frequent clinical checkups.
👉 Read the full article on The O&P EDGE
Medical Device News Magazine (InfoMeddNews): National Scoliosis Center News Feature
This spotlight article focuses on our comprehensive approach to non-surgical scoliosis care, covering our official national press release for Scoliosis Awareness Month. It features insights from our Founder and Chief Orthotist, Luke Stikeleather, and Director of Research, Dr. Sabrina Donzelli, explaining how the combination of advanced 3D TLSO custom bracing (Rigo Cheneau style), low-dose EOS imaging, and close collaboration with Schroth physical therapists allows patients to achieve optimal outcomes while staying active, confident, and doing what they love.