How to treat scoliosis?

Scoliosis treatment can be categorized under four headings: observation, bracing, physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications and surgery. The type of treatment should be determined according to the deformation rapidity of the spinal curve. The deformation will be faster in cases that have been observed at younger ages, and ones that have high angles at time of the first diagnosis. The child's remaining growth potential, bone age and age of first menstruation for girls are very important indicatives.

Scoliosis treatment is determined according to the curve's angle and the patient's stage of growth. Today's accepted non-surgical methods are scoliosis-specific exercises, special programs and brace applications. The main aims of treatment are to prevent further deformation, maintain the child's spinal activity, control cosmetic worsening and prevent surgery.