A Mother’s Perspective (May): In 2020, when Maeva, my daughter, first complained about back pain after doing a backbend, I brushed it off as a typical muscle strain. Little did I know that this would mark the beginning of a journey that would change our lives. Maeva, being a determined and passionate ballerina, never let … Continued
June is National Scoliosis Awareness Month According to Luke Stikeleather, Founder, President, and Chief Orthotist at National Scoliosis Center, “Early detection of scoliosis is the key to providing a child the opportunity to be treated with conservative treatment options, such as bracing, and helping them avoid the need for surgery.” Some things to know about … Continued
Ok, I know what you’re thinking…I’m going to try to sell you some crazy contraption, similar to the waist trainers that the Kardashians use and promote, and even make some grandiose promise about body transformation that sounds too good to be true… Not quite, although torso re-shaping can seem pretty magical. Torso re-shaping is a … Continued
Hi folks! Caroline here from SchrothDC. I’m stepping up on my soapbox today to discuss a commonly prescribed movement that is driving me nuts in the clinic. The posterior pelvic tilt, or “tucking of the tailbone”, has somehow become a panacea for all low back issues. People get this advice ALL THE TIME – in … Continued
At 14 years old, Bobbie (Maleah’s Mom) was diagnosed with scoliosis. Unfortunately, her curve was not detected until it had already advanced to 60 degrees. Ultimately, she underwent spine surgery to insert rods and straighten her back. She remembers that this surgery took a huge toll on both her and her parents, and she was … Continued
National Scoliosis Center (NSC) is a full-service center that is 100% dedicated to using non-surgical, evidence-based medical techniques to treat scoliosis as well as providing educational resources, support groups, a friendly smile, and encouragement. We understand that a diagnosis of scoliosis can be scary and the idea of wearing a brace can be worrisome, and … Continued
Colleen’s mom had scoliosis, so she was very diligent in checking her daughter for scoliosis. When Colleen turned 9 years old she had an X-ray that detected a significant curve and she began bracing with Luke. When she turned 11, in 2004, Luke asked her and two other families to join him in Barcelona to … Continued
Surgery. That word, in and of itself, can cause fear and anxiety. It implies some combination of a hospital stay, anesthesia, stitches, scars, and recovery. In most cases, including idiopathic scoliosis, surgery is a treatment option of last resort and is to be avoided if possible. Unfortunately, though, some curves simply do not respond to … Continued
There are several types of scoliosis back braces out there. Most are designed to maximize curve correction when the brace is worn while also promoting the gradual straightening of that curve over time. Many feel restrictive, but the Rigo Cheneau thoracic lumbar sacral orthosis (TLSO) brace works uniquely and effectively without excessive restrictiveness. The Rigo … Continued
Our daughter, Annie, was just three years old when our pediatrician detected a curve in her back. We had taken her to see the doctor for a routine sick check and when he lifted up her shirt to listen to her lungs, he visibly saw the curve in her back. That day, we were sent … Continued