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
National Scoliosis Center in Fairfax, Virginia is our headquarters—founded by Luke Stikeleather. This location offers the Rigo Cheneau brace, EOS low-dose imaging, Schroth physical therapy through Schroth DC, and patient support.
We are pleased to announce the Grand Opening of the Houston, Texas location of National Scoliosis Center. Located at 4828 Central Loop Drive, Suite 150, Houston, TX 77081, the Houston center is poised to extend the same exceptional care and support that have become synonymous with National Scoliosis Center. Whether you are seeking our signature … Continued
Our Treatment Program for Scoliosis The Rigo Cheneau Brace is our brace of choice because over 35 years of experience have proven to us that it outperforms other braces—see evidence-based results—and 90% of our patients have had successful treatment. In addition to bracing, many of our patients do Schroth Physical Therapy throughout treatment. Below is … Continued
I found out that I had scoliosis when I turned 13. At that time my curves had cobb angels of 48 degrees at the top and the bottom of my back, as you can see in the first picture of my X-rays. My family doctor sent me to a spine specialist in London, who said … Continued
Juliet Nowicki was a 13-year-old dancer when she first visited an orthopedist to address nagging knee and hip pain. During the course of her appointment, the doctor discovered that she had a curve in her spine. Although her pain was not associated with the curve, she was diagnosed with scoliosis that day. Though at the … 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
A diagnosis of scoliosis for your child no doubt prompts a myriad of questions. With the physician’s prescription for a back brace in hand, you embark on a journey to find an orthotist to create the back brace and begin treatment. But, exactly what is an orthotist and what should you look for when choosing … Continued
In August 2018, we received notice that we were awarded the Merit Award for commercial interior design excellence in the 2018 James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards Program. We have Gregg Horgan Architecture to thank for helping us pick the paint colors, office layout, and calming atmosphere. The real design, though, is in the lab. … Continued
The International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic Rehabilitation and Treatment (SOSORT) elected Luke Stikeleather as president at its annual meeting held this spring in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Stikeleather is the founder and president of the National Scoliosis Center located in Fairfax, Virginia, and Baltimore, Maryland (USA). SOSORT is a nonprofit organization with a primary mission to promote … Continued