Life with My Brace. I spent the rest of my summer in the brace. I hung out with friends, joined a volunteering organization, pulled weeds 2 hours a day in my brace, went horseback riding in my brace, tried different clothing styles, and got more comfortable with...
In 1978, after an injury to my ribs in gym class, the doctor discovered through X-rays that I had scoliosis. I was in 8th grade at the time. The term was new to my family and me as was the journey that lie ahead. We were referred to Dr. Goldstein in Rochester, NY in...
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis—also known as AIS—is the most common form of scoliosis. The term “idiopathic” refers to having no known cause, which can cause frustration in both teenagers and parents alike. Additionally, traditional scoliosis treatment options can...
Scoliosis affects your child not only physically but also emotionally. Depending on how old they are, they become more aware of their peers and social expectations. So, they might feel worried about being teased or how the back brace will make them look as they attend...
You might find it hard to get a good night’s sleep if your back is uncomfortable. If you have scoliosis, you may find it challenging to rest. The best ways to sleep if you have scoliosis are on your back and with a brace. Find out what else can help you sleep...
If your child recently received a diagnosis of scoliosis, you can help them navigate this condition with the right treatment and support. You may also have a lot of questions pertaining to the reasons why your child might develop scoliosis. Though the answer isn’t...
Living the life you dream about is difficult for anyone. Still, it’s more challenging for people with scoliosis who want to compete in sports and make this passion into a career. Knowing which sports are safe for children with scoliosis may motivate patients to pick...
Scoliosis is a common spinal condition. Those who live with it often receive their diagnoses in early adolescence. If you suspect your child’s spine isn’t forming properly, you should take them to a specialist. Using the main ways to diagnose scoliosis in children,...
Preventative measures matter. Knowing how to treat scoliosis with non-surgical methods is essential to the quality of life of patients with the condition. Surgery is invasive and doesn’t always provide expected results. Check out what to do before considering surgery...
The more flexible you are, the more likely it is that you’ll be attracted to sports and exercises that allow you to use your skills—such as gymnastics. The relationship between gymnastics and scoliosis isn’t easily explained since there isn’t a direct correlation....
