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
I still remember all the questions that popped into my head when my wife called me and said that our daughter might have scoliosis. She had just left the pediatrician’s office with instructions to have an X-ray taken and to see an orthopedic specialist. I knew scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, but I … 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
Do all scoliosis patients wear braces? No, in some cases, a brace is not needed when the curvature is mild and in other cases when the curvature is determined to be too great surgery might be needed. A mild curvature may be watched to show signs of progression and may never need bracing. Physical therapy … Continued
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
The diagnosis of scoliosis can initially cause anxiety, grief, fear, and countless other emotions for both the patient and the parents. Knowing what to expect from treatment, hearing success stories, and other preparation will help pave the way for an easier journey. Although scoliosis is a lifelong condition, keeping the final “destination” – an improved … 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
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
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
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