Although 3 days is not a long time, this time spent together allowed us to create a rapport with Dr. Rivard and Dr. Collaird that few can report. In our first 3 years with Spinecor, we met with Dr. Collaird multiple times to work with patients and keep an open line of communication to this day.  Many of the newly trained orthotists and chiropractors have not have the opportunity for such a rich training, and may have received their certification with no patient interactions or exposure to more challenging cases.  For more information or to speak to one of our doctors contact us by email, info@scoliosissystems.com or call 1-800-281-5010

When looking for Spinecor bracing, one of the most important questions you can  to ask yourself is,  Is this the doctor who will do the spinecor bracing, or are they a referral service?

Since 2004 Dr. Deutchman and I have used the Spinecor brace for hundreds of adults and children for Idiopathic Scoliosis. Our earliest experiences helped develop the adult spinecor brace and ultimately made available one of the most effective back pain relief products for scoliosis patients. We currently see all scoliosis patients personally, you will never be referred to a newly trained orthotist or chiropractor. This decision has come at a great expense to us as we currently travel to 15 regional centers around the United States. Dr. Deutchman and I felt it important to offer the highest quality of care as the Spinecor brace is not widely used in orthopedic practice, and would suffer damage to its reputation if fitted poorly. As awareness of the spinecor brace grew, so did our need to expand our services to more locations. Since our initial training at St. Justine’s Hospital with Dr. Collaird and Dr. Rivard, we have become the most experienced Spinecor brace providers in the United States. The Spinecor brace is a dynamic tension brace that requires understanding of biomechanics, neurology and biophysics. If you are considering the Spinecor brace for either adult scoliosis or adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, you should know if the provider you are choosing has experience with cases such as yours.

For more information or to speak to one of our doctors contact us by email, info@scoliosissystems.com or call 1-800-281-5010

Marc J. Lamantia D.C.,DACNB
Spinecor Brace Certified, Spinecor Exercise Certified, Spinecor Adult Brace for Scoliosis Certified.

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The Scoliosis Care Foundation Calls on the Chiropractic Profession for Help

Scoliosis Feature

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Although originally developed for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis treatment, clinical uses of the Spinecor Brace for adults, kyphosis and non-idiopathic scoliosis are encouraging. Adults with scoliosis are routinely referred for treatment to our New York, Chicago, Atlanta, North Carolina, Denver, Buffalo, St. Louis, Tampa, Ft Lauderdale, Roswell (GA), Washignton State, Los Angeles, San Francisco and the Inland Empire (CA) offices. Since the first adult fitting, Drs. Deutchman and Lamantia has fitted over 1000 adult scoliosis patients with all types of curvatures. Adults with scoliosis often experience pain relief immediately when the brace if fitted appropriately. Due to the nature of the adult spine with scoliosis, different brace configurations were developed to successfully manage adult patients. Dr. Lamantia and Deutchman are unmatched in expertise in this area.

Studies show adult scoliosis to be potentially progressive in nature and to be a major contributor to chronic pain, radiculopathy and neurogenic claudication. Due to the abnormal posture and muscle recruitment patterns associated with adult scoliosis, adult scoliosis programs are often supported with specialized physiotherapy programs.

Unlike a rigid brace, the Spinecor scolioisis brace uses a rotational 3D “Corrective Movement” which has been shown to be effective in reducing scoliosis curvatures in adolescents. Spinecor is a dynamic system of elastic bands which uses gentle forces to change posture and movement patterns over time. It can easily be worn under the clothes, during exercise and at work.

Adult scoliosis management differs from adolescent treatments due to the long standing dysfunction of the motion segments of the spine and associated ligament degeneration. This may lead to subluxation (misalignment of the vertebra) and further degenerative change to both bone and soft tissues. Often, adult scoliosis treatment can be successful if the patient can tolerate the brace. Careful evaluation and fitting procedures are necessary to ensure adults do not experience exacerbations of pain and nerve irritation. Adults can achieve curvature reduction despite reaching maximal bone maturity. Due to the fact that spinal deformities associated with scoliosis are not entirely from bone deformity, but include influences from ligament, disc and muscle function. Our adult patients routinely respond in our program which may include postural retraining, muscle integration therapy, myofascial release techniques, Whole Body Vibration and vestibular rehabilitation.

Results vary between individuals. Chiropractic management is recommended when subluxations are detected. For more information contact one of our doctors.

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