Scoliosis Brace Adjustments: What the First Year Looks Like
Almost everything written about scoliosis bracing stops at the fitting. You get scanned, you pick a pattern, the brace arrives, someone shows you how to strap it. The articles end there, as though the brace were a pair of glasses. Put them on, done. That is not how it goes. A scoliosis brace adjustment is […]
Stability in Motion: How Lifestyle Adjustments Support Scoliosis Treatment
Living with scoliosis is a journey that extends far beyond the walls of a clinic. While professional treatments are foundational, the way you interact with your environment determines your long-term comfort. Many patients ask if treatment will actually improve their balance. The answer is a resounding yes, but it requires a partnership between clinical expertise […]
E35: Scoliosis Types Explained: Key Differences to Know
In Episode 35, host Heather Rotunda and Dr. Xavier discuss the four main types of scoliosis, what causes each one, and why no case of scoliosis fits neatly into a box. Throughout the episode, you’ll hear: What does “idiopathic” really mean, and why is it the most common type? How can X-rays point to a […]
Can Sciatica Affect Your Arms and Hands? The Real Connection
The sciatic nerve starts in the lower back and extends down the back of the lower body, but if the nerve root is irritated where it exits the lumbar spine, or anywhere along its pathway, symptoms may be widespread throughout the lower body. True sciatica affects the lower body and lower extremities due to nerve […]
Can You Play Soccer with Scoliosis? Key Player Tips
There are a number of factors considered when assessing a patient’s scoliosis, and for young athletes with scoliosis, an early concern is how the condition affects participation in certain sports. Exercise is not only good for scoliosis patients, it can increase treatment efficacy, but sports need to be cleared by a patient’s treatment provider. Sports […]
Best Diet for Adult Scoliosis: Foods for Spinal Health
There are many factors that shape spinal and bone health over time, and diet and nutrition matter. For scoliosis patients with an unnatural spinal curvature, being mindful of the best foods to eat may improve overall health and responsiveness to treatment. The best diet for adult scoliosis supports strong bones and is nutrient dense. A […]
Can a Car Accident Aggravate Scoliosis? Key Insights
A scoliotic spine curves and rotates unnaturally, and because the spine’s healthy curves make the spine stronger, more flexible, and better able to absorb shock, an unhealthy curve can make the spine weaker and more vulnerable to injury, less flexible, and less able to evenly absorb and distribute force from impact. A car accident can […]
Can Scoliosis Put You in a Wheelchair? Key Insights
People most often need wheelchairs due to severe muscular conditions, paralysis, stability issues, injury, and fatigue. While scoliosis can cause fatigue, muscular issues, and instability, paralysis isn’t an effect of scoliosis, and disruptions to mobility can be managed with treatment in most cases. For the vast majority of patients, scoliosis won’t put them in a […]
ScoliBrace vs. Boston Brace: A Side-by-Side Comparison of Scoliosis Bracing Options
If your child has been prescribed a scoliosis brace, or you’re weighing your options before committing to one, you’ve probably run into the same two names over and over: the Boston brace and ScoliBrace. When comparing ScoliBrace vs. Boston Brace, one of the biggest differences is the philosophy behind the design. Traditional Boston-style bracing is […]
Scoliosis Screening for Kids Before School Starts: What Georgia Parents Need to Know
Every July, the same thing happens in our office. A parent calls and says some version of: “I was helping my daughter try on school clothes, and something about her shoulders looked… off.” Back-to-school season is when Georgia parents finally get a good, long look at their kids. Swimsuits, new clothes, haircuts, and time spent […]