Scoliosis exercises can be an effective way to stabilize and reduce scoliosis curves. In fact, substantial advances have been made in scoliosis exercise programs over the last 10 years, and they already have a long history of use in Europe. When designed and monitored by an expert, a custom-designed exercise program can effectively treat mild … Read more
Can Scoliosis be Cured Naturally? A look at Homeopathy and Holism and their purported treatment of Scoliosis Holistic medicine (from the Greek holos, meaning all, whole, entire, total) is a form of alternative medicine that considers the whole person (body, mind, spirit, and emotions) in terms of health and wellness. Holistic medicine operates under the … Read more
The “C.L.E.A.R.” in CLEAR Institute stands for “Chiropractic Leadership, Educational Advancement & Research”. Established in 2000, the CLEAR Institute offers an alternative approach to the standard scoliosis treatment options offered by the majority of orthopedic scoliosis specialists. Though most theory on the cause of idiopathic scoliosis posits a central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) … Read more
Acupuncture for Scoliosis Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapies have been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of health problems. TCM is a system of healthcare that includes acupuncture, massage, exercises, as well as herbal medicine and syndrome specific diets. TCM teaches that health is dependent upon an internal balance of energy forces, … Read more
Approximately seven million people have varying degrees of curvature in their back. Approximately 4 percent of children have scoliosis. What this means is that rather than grow upward, the spine curves outward, forming into a “C” or “S” shape. Ribs can also begin to protrude from the side of the body from this curvature in … Read more
Harrington rods can bend, break loose from the wires, or worse, break completely in two, necessitating further surgical intervention and removal of the rod. Once the rod is removed, corrosion (rust) is found on two out of every three. Below, are 2 radiographs of an individual with broken Harrington rods. These x-rays show Harrington rods … Read more
A scoliosis brace is a type of spinal support or “orthosis” This is a device used on the outside of the body to support, align, correct or prevent abnormal spinal curvature. Your scoliosis specialist will prescribe, manufacture and/or manage the use of these scoliosis treatment devices. The Scoliosis Brace: A Brief History Bracing is currently … Read more