Sometimes when a scoliosis curve presents as one large curve and a smaller second curve, we need to temporarily ignore the smaller curve so we can maximize correction of the bigger curve. Sometimes the secondary curve is a smaller structural curve but often the smaller curve is compensatory and will not progress independently of the

Schroth is a combination of exercises used to halt scoliosis curve progression, eliminate pain, and improve posture. This in combination with our L.A. 3D Brace can be very beneficial but can not correct the spine in fully developed adults. The Schroth exercise consist of stretching, strengthening, and breathing techniques, which can be done at home

Valley Orthopedic Technology and The LA Brace Center now allows our patients to pre-register online at Valleyot.com/register and schedule their own appointments online at Valleyot.com/schedule. Once you have completed your evaluation appointment with us, we will give you your VOT patient ID number in order for you to book your Scoliosis, Pectus, or AFO appointment

The LA Brace normally requires 3 visits. During the evaluation appointment we review your history, x-rays, and physical spine alignment. At this appointment we take necessary measurements to process your AGP data file in order to physically create and model your brace. Second visit is the fitting of your LA 3D Brace. We will fit

Doctors say that it is impossible for a brace to treat curves over 45 degrees. Annie had a 50-degree lumbar scoliosis. Normally her only option would be spinal fusion surgery. Instead she was fit with the LA 3D Brace and after only 4 weeks her curve has reduced to 13 degrees! With a little fine

A Study in Spine by Martin et.al. examined risk factors associated with 30-day and 90-day unplanned hospital re-admissions after pediatric spinal deformity surgery.1. The 30-day readmission rate was 4.7 percent and the 90-day re-admission rate was 6.1 percent.2. Infections were the most common reason for re-admissions, accounting for 38 percent of the 30-day re-admissions and

In a study published in Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery February 2017 by Watanabe, K et. al., reviewed 2,600 Japanese female junior high school students who’s screening indicated possible scoliosis.AIS was shown to be associated with classical ballet training. The odds of AIS developing increased as the child’s frequency of ballet training, number of

In addition to the different types/classifications, scoliosis varies by its size and treatment options differ according to the size of the curve. This is why it is important to know both the type/pattern of scoliosis AND the size of the curve in determining appropriate treatment. What is the biggest curve that can be corrected with a

An adolescent’s growth is not uniform with time so the time taken to outgrow a brace can vary. During the adolescent growth spurt a child can grow up to 4 inches in one year, at other times growth can be as little as 1 inch in a year. A Boston type brace that relies heavily