Scoliosis Treatment
Our scoliosis bracing is a non-surgical treatment method used to treat scoliosis, generally for growing kids and teenagers. Each brace is custom-made to fit the patient’s body structure
Physiotherapy and scoliosis-specific exercises (PSSE) are a specialised form of scoliosis treatment aimed at managing and reducing the progression of scoliosis.
Individualised rehabilitation programs designed to optimise surgical outcomes and post-operative recovery, encompassing pain management, muscle balance, and respiratory function.
Why Choose QLD Scoliosis
and Spine Clinics?
QLD Scoliosis and Spine Clinics, is a leading multidisciplinary centre dedicated to the specialised care of individuals with scoliosis and similar postural conditions including Scoliosis, Scheuermanns, Hyper-kyphosis, Pectus and Adult Degenerative Spinal conditions. Here's why you should consider us for your scoliosis treatment journey:
Expert Care
Our team are experts with specialised training and experience in the management of Scoliosis and similar spinal conditions. This specialized training ensures that our patients benefit from the highest standard of care.
Tailored, Evidence based approach
All treatments offered at our clinics are rooted in research and tailored specifically to the individual's needs and the nature of their spinal curve.Whether it’s a brace made just for you or exercises designed for your specific curve, we customize everything to fit your needs perfectly. We’re all about finding what works best for you.
A Community of Support
Here, you’re part of a family. Beyond treatments, we offer group classes and a network of friends who understand your journey. It’s not just about medical care; it’s about feeling supported and connected.
Real life experience
Some of our team members have scoliosis too. They’ve been through the ups and downs and know exactly what you’re feeling. This personal experience means we get it — all of it — and we bring that understanding to every treatment and conversation.
Dedicated Professionals in Scoliosis Treatment
At QLD Scoliosis and Spine Clinics we understand the complexities and challenges associated with treating scoliosis and are committed to offering specialized, evidence-based scoliosis treatments tailored to age, including but not limited to, scoliosis bracing and scoliosis physiotherapy and exercise, and pre and post operative care, ensuring a holistic approach to managing this condition.
Not only will our team will help you understand your diagnosis, and guide you toward the best evidence - based treatment to stop you or your child's curve from progressing, we will support you throughout your journey. ​​
By leveraging the Schroth Method alongside other targeted treatments, we aim to address the unique needs of each individual, offering hope and improved quality of life to those affected by scoliosis.​​ Our approach is highly individualized to the person, their curve, symptoms present, age and other conditions, and although the main focus is on specialized scoliosis exercises, we also provide postural education, targeted manual therapy, and practical lifestyle adjustments.
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For our younger patients, particularly during critical growth periods, we provide custom-made scoliosis braces, with the options of hypercorrective, night time or neurological braces. These braces serve as an invaluable tool in preventing further curve progression. Other brace options exist for adults for postural support.
Additionally, our collaborative approach extends to working closely with scoliosis surgeons, enabling us to offer comprehensive pre and post-rehabilitation programs tailored specifically to candidates undergoing spinal fusion surgery.
Unsure if you have scoliosis or kyphosis? You can book for a comprehensive initial appointment with one of our physiotherapists. Regular scoliosis screening is crucial to catch the condition in its early stages. It's particularly important for children and adolescents who are at a higher risk, including those in the midst of growth spurts or with a family history of scoliosis.
FAQ
Can my spine become straighter?
The potential for your spine to become straighter is influenced by several factors, including age, the degree of curvature of the spine, and the specific cause of what is scoliosis. In adults with scoliosis, the possibility of significantly straightening the spine is generally lower since bone growth has ceased, stabilizing the curved spine. Nonetheless, non-surgical treatments such as physiotherapy for scoliosis can play a crucial role in enhancing posture, alleviating pain, and improving flexibility, thereby contributing to an improved quality of life.
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At QLD Scoliosis Clinic, our Schroth-certified physiotherapists are dedicated to evaluating your condition and establishing realistic goals for scoliosis physio.
What is the difference between QLD Scoliosis and Spine Clinics and other physiotherapy clinics?
QLD Scoliosis and Spine Clinics stand apart from conventional physiotherapy clinics through its singular focus on scoliosis clinical features. Unlike general physiotherapy clinics, our specialists are proficient in the Schroth Method, a scientifically endorsed and internationally recognized approach to managing scoliosis of the spine. This specialization ensures that our treatment plans are not only personalized but also rooted in evidence, offering significant benefits to our patients' well-being.
What is the Schroth Method?
Developed in the 1920s by Katharina Schroth, the Schroth Method represents a cornerstone of non-surgical scoliosis treatment. This method, categorized under physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises (PSSE), aims to counteract, elongate, and stabilize the spine three-dimensionally. Tailored to each patient's unique spinal curvature, the exercises target muscular symmetry and posture alignment, providing a customized approach to managing types of scoliosis.
Despite its proven effectiveness, certified Schroth Method practitioners remain relatively scarce in Australia and globally, underscoring the need for broader recognition of this scoliosis therapy for adults.
Does scoliosis bracing work?
Scoliosis bracing is designed to manage the progression of spinal curvature, particularly during growth spurts in individuals with moderate to severe scoliosis. While it doesn't cure it, bracing plays a pivotal role in controlling curvature of the spine in patients with a Cobb angle ranging from 25 to 45 degrees. The effectiveness of bracing as a component of comprehensive scoliosis treatment is supported by a substantial research foundation, including the 2013 "Bracing in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Trial (BrAIST)" published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
This study highlighted bracing's ability to significantly reduce the need for scoliosis surgeries in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, showcasing a 72% success rate among brace users compared to a 48% success rate in the observation group.
Intensive Treatments
Our Intensive Treatment Program is an ideal solution for those residing outside the Brisbane or Gold Coast areas. Pack a week’s worth of sessions into one focused period, maximising your time without sacrificing the quality of treatment. We recommend booking 8-10 hours of immersive, one-on-one treatment with your dedicated physiotherapist, typically spread over 2-4 hours per day for optimal engagement.
To ensure we reserve enough time for you that works with our schedule, please contact us at least 6 weeks before your planned trip.
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