Hearing that your child may need a scoliosis brace can send shockwaves through any parent. How will it feel? Can they keep participating in sports? How long must they wear it? Most importantly, will it even work?
Corrective bracing can be a wonderful option for the treatment of growing children with scoliosis. However, the decision is highly individualized based on a child’s age, curve type, growth stage, and recommendations from their healthcare team.
Recognising the Early Signs
Sometimes, scoliosis does not make its presence known in an obvious way. Slight differences in how clothing hangs on the body or the way the patient stands can be early indicators of scoliosis that should be brought to the attention of a medical professional before the curvature of the spine becomes a serious issue.
How Corrective Bracing Differs From Older Designs
Standard braces sought to hold the spine in place in order to prevent the curvature from getting worse. Corrective braces seek to slowly realign the spine in order to reduce the effects of scoliosis.
Why the SpineCor Scoliosis Brace Stands Out
The SpineCor scoliosis brace differs from traditional ones in the way that it is more flexible and comfortable, allowing a kid to be active and do things they like while the corrective forces do their work.
Bracing Isn’t Only a Childhood Solution
Even though some people think that braces are only needed during childhood and adolescence, many clinics also offer ScoliBrace for adults experiencing pain due to a curvature of the spine.
So, no two spines are the same, which is why getting a one-size-fits-all brace won’t do. That’s the main point behind Scoliosis GTA: an individual approach, developed in accordance with the particular condition of the patient and their lifestyle. Dr Paul Oakley, a qualified doctor in the field and one of the first in GTA to receive the SpineCor and ScoliBrace certification, treats children, adolescents, and adults from Toronto, Mississauga, and Newmarket. He is ready to help those who suspect scoliosis in their kids or have been struggling with the condition themselves get a thorough assessment and come up with a plan that fits their lifestyle. Scoliosis GTA offers a free consultation to walk you through what’s realistic for your specific case, no pressure attached. Reach the team at 905.868.9090 or book online to take that first step toward a straighter, more confident path forward.