Brace
Certain controversy surrounds the issue of bracing for scoliosis - the most common non-surgical treatment method. However, bracing is reported to be 80% effective in stopping the progression of the curve in children with scoliosis.
There are several types of back braces commonly used:
Boston Brace (Thoraco-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis)
Milwaukee Brace (Cervico-Thoraco-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis)
Charleston Brace (a bending brace, worn at night)
There is also a range of flexible, corset-type braces, such as Spinecor (www.scolibrace.com)
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