It’s possible.
Scoliosis…. Is there a better way than bracing or surgery?
How would you know? What is the gold-standard for measuring success? Why is it still used?
St Jude’s introduces a model of healing as engineered by your body.
The above result was achieved by walking backwards.
It’s not a strategy that leads to longer-term success but does demonstrate that change is possible. In an 82-year-old.
Scoliosis Success is defined in many ways. The literature states/stated that a progression of 5 degrees or less is considered a success.
That can be acceptable for some. St Jude’s uses a different definition of success. We want:
- Visual change something that can be seen without x-rays
- To substantiate those changes if desired by seeing Cobb Angles (angles that measure the curve) decrease
- To increase understanding and control
- To reducing or eliminate pain in a way that can be observed
SJC does not use bracing or surgery. We consider that too old-fashioned (hundreds of years) and brutal/invasive (too many revision surgeries).
There are many well-known conservative approaches such as Schroth, CLEAR, and SEAS.
SJC presents a Habit Driven Health way that focuses on how you sit, stand, or lie down.
It is not strictly an exercise model.
We did focus on exercises, levers and weights, vibrating platforms, expensive equipment (Scoliosis Traction Chairs), or bracing / suits worn and found this unsatisfactory at addressing the driving factors behind curve progression./
A ‘Cause and Effect’ model is what we believe in and find it to be the most empowering and effective approach.
PLEASE NOTE
One day the above therapies will have to stop/come off or can’t be reversed.
St Jude’s encourages you to look at your habits first before you contemplate years of bracing or invasive surgery.
Can you reduce Scoliosis pain?
Of course, you can. Results vary depending on the person/habits / driving factors.
In many cases, the answer is a resounding, ‘Yes!’
One example is seen in Scoliosis Case Study 5.
Be mindful that people with 90-degree curves can have no pain and,
People who have a straight spine can feel crippled with it!
There are other factors that needed to be considered apart from scoliosis creating pain. Habits are often the key.
How do you measure Cobb Angles?
It’s important you know how to do this and you can trust the numbers given.Care must be taken.
We have also created a template that explains how to measure Cobb Angles and allows you to practice the 2 methods taught. Click here to access our Cobb Angle Measurement Template.
How can I learn more?
For more information, please click on the St Jude’s YouTube pages.
For an appointment, please call: +61 2 944 00 995
Telemedicine is available for long-distance and remote clients.