We’re happy to share the news that Braced for Scoliosis has moved to a new, larger space on the High Street in Esher, Surrey. This move allows us to better serve our patients in a dedicated, purpose-designed clinic with improved facilities. With more room to work and better access, we are now able to coverContinue reading “Braced for Scoliosis – We’ve Moved Our Clinic”
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Understanding Brace Weaning for Scoliosis
Brace weaning is a critical transition for children and adolescents with scoliosis, requiring careful management to prevent regression. Weaning age is influenced by skeletal maturity. There are two useful skeletal scores used to determine skeletal maturity. The Risser sign is a classification system that assesses the ossification of the iliac crest apophysis on an x-ray.Continue reading “Understanding Brace Weaning for Scoliosis”
Scoliosis Doesn’t Need to Hold You Back
When a family receives a diagnosis of scoliosis it can be a very overwhelming time, particularly if major surgery is discussed early on and there appears to be limited options for alternative treatment. Long term outcomes for scoliosis patients who are managed surgically or conservatively are limited. However, we know that there are many healthyContinue reading “Scoliosis Doesn’t Need to Hold You Back”
Sally Joins the Board of the Schroth Best Practice Academy
During her recent visit to Romania, Sally received a warm welcome onto the board of the Schroth Best Practice Academy. The Academy, renowned for its evidence-based method of physical rehabilitation for scoliosis and other spinal deformities, upholds the pioneering work of Katharina Schroth and her daughter, Christa Lehnert-Schroth, PT. Numerous high quality studies have demonstratedContinue reading “Sally Joins the Board of the Schroth Best Practice Academy”
Advancing Scoliosis Care: Sally’s Journey to Bucharest with Dr. Hans-Rudolf Weiss
Sally recently had the chance to travel to Bucharest, Romania, with her mentor, Dr. Hans-Rudolf Weiss, a leading expert in scoliosis treatment. Dr. Weiss, orthopaedic consultant and designer of the Gensingen brace, joined Sally and fellow orthotist and Senior Schroth instructor Maksym Boroskov to share their knowledge and help patients in Romania. During their four-dayContinue reading “Advancing Scoliosis Care: Sally’s Journey to Bucharest with Dr. Hans-Rudolf Weiss”
Nurturing the Whole Self: Our Approach to Adolescent Scoliosis Care
At Braced for Scoliosis, we understand and acknowledge that the psychological well-being of our adolescent patients plays a crucial role in their overall health and the effectiveness of their scoliosis treatment. Medical studies have consistently shown that the mental state of a patient significantly impacts the results of bracing, making it imperative to prioritise andContinue reading “Nurturing the Whole Self: Our Approach to Adolescent Scoliosis Care”
Sally and Debs Join Forces for Enhanced Scoliosis Care
Sally of Braced for Scoliosis, the UK’s most experienced Gensingen brace provider, has recently relocated offices to share a space with Schroth Therapist Debs Turnbull. Their collaboration, which has been evolving since 2017, brings a unique opportunity for individuals navigating the challenges of adolescent and early onset scoliosis. In the conservative management of scoliosis, theContinue reading “Sally and Debs Join Forces for Enhanced Scoliosis Care”
Breaking New Ground: Gensingen Braces For Adult Scoliosis Care?
In a groundbreaking event held in Copenhagen in September 2023, Sally, a dedicated orthotist from England representing Braced for Scoliosis, joined forces with experts from Germany and Denmark to explore the potential of utilising Gensingen braces for adults with scoliosis. This unique workshop, hosted by ScolioFys, a leading physiotherapy clinic and knowledge centre, aimed toContinue reading “Breaking New Ground: Gensingen Braces For Adult Scoliosis Care?”