Scoliosis and Bracing Treatment

Common Myths about Scoliosis：

• Why it is commonly seen among the girls.
• Can I still do exercise?
• Will this affect fertility?
• Will heavy school bag cause Scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a medical condition in which a person’s spine has a curvature alignment. The curve is usually “S” or “C” shaped over three dimensions. However, some of the degree of curve is stable, while in certain cases, it increases over time. Mild scoliosis does not typically cause problems, but more severe cases can affect the person’s movement, appearance, or even breathing issue.

Scoliosis Categories*

• Infantile idiopathic scoliosis – 0 to 3 years
• Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis – 3 to 10 years
• Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis – 10 to 18 years
• Adult idiopathic scoliosis – 18 years & above

*according to SOSORT, International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment

The Bend Forward Test for self screening

1. Examinee to take off shirt so that the spine is visible.
2.  Examinee to bend forward all the way down with keeping leg straight, the palms and feet close up together.
3.  Examiner stands at the back of the patient and looks along the horizontal plane of the spine, searching for abnormalities of the spinal curve.
4. Any imbalances in the rib cage or other deformities along the back could be a sign of scoliosis.

We manage scoliosis through

1. Specific Scoliosis Exercise Program including Schroth Method, SEAS, BSPTS, Lyon, and others.
2. Fully Customised Scoliosis Bracing for curve greater than 25 degrees including design, build, test the brace and monitor the usage.