Scoliosis Bracing: What Really Makes a Brace Effective?

Bracing can be highly effective at slowing or stopping scoliosis progression in growing kids and teens, especially when curves are caught early. Most modern scoliosis braces already use 3D correction and can help when combined with good physiotherapy, like Schroth Method exercises. What really matters is not one “magic” brace brand, but the experience of the orthotist who makes and adjusts the brace, and how well your care team – surgeon, orthotist, and physical therapist – work together.

5 Things to Avoid When Looking for Scoliosis Treatment (And a Bonus One You Might Not Expect)

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already exploring scoliosis treatment options—for yourself, your child, or someone you care about. And if you’re like many families we meet in Lehi or St. George, Utah, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the flood of information online. Some advice is helpful… some, not so much. After over … Read more

What Causes Scoliosis in Adolescents

Has your child recently been diagnosed with scoliosis and you didn’t get the answers you were looking for? At Align Therapy we have seen thousands of teenagers and even more parents come into our clinic with questions and concerns regarding scoliosis. That’s why we have created this blog to address the most common questions and … Read more

Scoliosis Exercises – Could These Be The Missing Key To Your Scoliosis Treatment?

Scoliosis Exercises Performed By Scoliosis Specialist, David Butler

At my Physical Therapy Clinic in Lehi, Utah, we have been seeing clients for scoliosis-specific exercise for the past 8 years and during that time, we have been trying to change the perception that nothing can be done for scoliosis. Sure, scoliosis has been “treated” for a long time in the United States. But proactively … Read more

What to expect with scoliosis bracing

After being diagnosed with scoliosis, there are a number of different treatment options available for managing back pain and reducing the curvature. For adolescents with certain degrees of scoliosis, bracing is one of those options. Getting a brace can be a little intimidating, so let’s talk about what to expect about the process. Orthotics and … Read more