The BetterBack Clinic^TM offers the SpineCor^TM Dynamic Corrective Brace

A Dynamic Corrective Brace For Idiopathic Scoliosis and Hyperkyphosis

Idiopathic scoliosis is the most common type of spinal deformity. It is a progressive curvature of the spine that can result in significant deformity, disability, arthritic degeneration, a shortened lifespan, cardio-vascular compromise (due to compression of the heart and lungs), as well as numerous other health issues. 

Idiopathic scoliosis affects millions worldwide. One in ten people have a scoliosis.  Early detection and proper treatment of idiopathic scoliosis is essential to optimize results.

Those affected with scoliosis struggling with rigid (hard) plastic or metal braces finally have a better, more comfortable solution.

The SpineCor Dynamic Corrective Brace

Research shows that SpineCor has an 89% Success Rate with Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis.  It is the only brace that preserves normal body movement and growth and allows normal activities of daily living.  In fact, the more you move, the better it works!

There are both ADOLESCENT and ADULT versions of the SpineCor Brace.

The goal with ADOLESCENTS is correction of the developing spinal deformity while the spine is still growing.  The smaller the curve(s) and the earlier treatment is started, the more potential for correction there is.  An important point to consider is that all LARGE curves started out as SMALL curves - this is why treatment should be started as soon as possible!

The goals with ADULTS are different than with adolescents.  The SpineCor system is designed to:  improve posture, halt progression by stabilizing the spine, and reduce pain.

The SpineCor Dynamic Brace is covered by many Private Insurance Plans (extended health benefits).

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Considering Surgery for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis?

Even with proper use of the SpineCor Dynamic Brace, approximately 10% of idiopathic adolescent scoliosis cases will progress to the point where surgery is the only option.  However, in the vast majority of cases, we recommend that surgery be used as a last resort!  We recommend open communication with your surgeon and a plan of co-management in order to get the best results for you or your child.

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SpineCor Research:

The SpineCor Dynamic Brace has been proven to be effective in the treatment of a wide range of spinal issues.  It is best known for the treatment of scoliosis, but has alse been used for the treatment of a range of postural issues such as hyperkyphosis (rounding of the mid-back), as well as for the stabilization of injured/damaged areas of the lower back.  Ongoing clinical research is uncovering many other applications and conditions that can be treated.

For a comprehensive list of research relating to the development and efficacy of the SpineCor Dynamic Brace, click HERE.

A Comparison of Thoraco Lumbo Sacral Orthosis (TLSO) and SpineCor Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients Using the Scoliosis Research Society Standardized Criteria Click here to view pdf  The SpineCor Dynamic Corrective Brace was found to be equally effective at treating adoloscent idiopathic scoliosis as the rigid TLSO Brace.

Effectiveness of the SpineCor Brace Based on the New Standardized Criteria Proposed by the Scoliosis Research Society for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Click here to view pdf The conclusion drawn from these findings is that the SpineCor brace is effective for the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Moreover, positive outcomes are maintained after 2 years because 45 (95.7%) of 47 patients stabilized or corrected their end of bracing Cobb angle up to 2 years after bracing.

Survival analysis of a group of 365 idiopathic scoliosis patients treated with the Dynamic SpineCor Brace Click here to view pdf The SpineCor Brace is effective for the treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. Moreover, the positive outcome appears to be maintained in the long turn.

SPINECOR: A non-rigid brace for the treatment of Idiopathic Scoliosis: Initial Post-Treatment Results. Click here to view pdf This initial cohort of patients demonstrated a general trend in initial decrease in spinal curvature in brace, followed by a correction and/or stabilization at the end of treatment, which was maintained through 1 and 2 years follow-up.