Two conditions benefit from brace treatment of scoliosis. The first, and most common, are children who have been diagnosed with idiopathic or juvenile scoliosis. The second group, less commonly occurring, is adult onset scoliosis.

While children and adults may have the condition in common, each condition is treated completely differently. Individual differences are always the foundation of scoliosis assessment and treatment at SCOPe, and we use different braces for different needs.

Most patients with Scoliosis are referred, with their x-rays, by an Orthopedic Surgeon. During our first visit together, your SCOPe practitioner will closely examine and evaluate all of the available documentation of your particular spinal curve, and we may take digital photos. Next, we'll take a fiberglass or plaster cast of the torso, which creates a mold as a blueprint for the final brace.
At SCOPe, we use CAD (Computer Aided Design) technology to digitize and modify the rough mold and create the final model. Your brace is then created directly over that mold. In subsequent visits, we work with your Orthopedic Surgeon to check the fit of the brace, and then review an x-ray taken while you wear the brace to confirm maximum correction. Finally, we follow up, checking the brace every 3-4 months for growth and development.

The most rewarding aspect of treating idiopathic and juvenile scoliosis for SCOPe practitioners is preventing deformity and reducing the need for surgery in our young patients. With our adult patients, we take pride in helping people preserve their dignity and independence while improving activity levels, decreasing pain, and improving balance and gait.

When you come to SCOPe Orthotics & Prosthetics, Inc. for Scoliosis Care, we will work with you to create your best possible outcome. That means holding to standards of comprehensive scoliosis management, with regular follow-up visits. We also work closely with you to make sure the Orthosis continues to function at its maximum potential throughout the course of usage. Regular visits to our office for growth checks and necessary adjustments are an important part of scoliosis management.