“Are there any nonsurgical treatments for scoliosis?”
My daughter has scoliosis but we want to try nonsurgical treatments first. Are there any nonsurgical treatments for scoliosis?
3 Answers
Depending upon the amount of curve and skeletal age, bracing can be effective.
PT can greatly improve flexibility to the concavity of the curvature and strengthening of the convexity of the curve. Additionally, PT can work postural control and provide positioning techniques during a variety of activities to ensure safety and to not compromise the spine during the execution of daily functional activities.
Depending on the assessment and extent of the scoliosis, non-surgical options to optimize the use of her muscles and stretch tight muscles would be the first point of action. Physical Therapists are skilled at identifying patient needs and customizing treatment to maximize their outcomes with therapy. Orthotic devices and bracing which may assist with restoring function can also be adopted. If these prove unsuccessful, recommendations to seek further consultation for surgical options would be advised.
