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Travel Tips for Scoliosis Brace Wearers

Travel Tips for Scoliosis Brace Wearers

Long trips can be a little difficult for brace wearers, especially if sitting for hours at a time. Here are … Read more

Fashion Tips: Embrace Your Style with Confidence While Wearing a ScoliBrace

Fashion Tips: Embrace Your Style with Confidence While Wearing a ScoliBrace

Wearing a scoliosis brace is an important step in your journey, and it doesn’t mean sacrificing your personal style. In … Read more

Does Bracing for Adults with Scoliosis Work?

Does Bracing for Adults with Scoliosis Work?

Rosemary Marchese, Physiotherapist Yes, scoliosis exists in adults, but with the ageing population it’s likely to become even more prevalent … Read more

Staying Consistent in the Summer

Staying Consistent in the Summer

Let’s be honest, summer can throw off your usual rhythm. The days are longer, routines get looser, and between the … Read more

How Scoliosis Affects Dance Performance: What Every Dancer, Dance Teacher, and Parent Should Know

How Scoliosis Affects Dance Performance: What Every Dancer, Dance Teacher, and Parent Should Know

Dance is an art of precision, strength, and grace – a symphony of movement where every line and leap counts. … Read more

The Best Scoliosis Treatment in Arizona: Why ScoliCare East Phoenix Stands Out

The Best Scoliosis Treatment in Arizona: Why ScoliCare East Phoenix Stands Out

If you or a loved one is dealing with scoliosis, finding the right treatment can feel overwhelming. You want a … Read more

Adult DeNovo Degenerative Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

Adult DeNovo Degenerative Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

Most people think Scoliosis is a problem only seen in kids, but in reality, most cases of Scoliosis in Arizona … Read more

Is it Possible to Develop Scoliosis as an Adult?

Is it Possible to Develop Scoliosis as an Adult?

This is a common question and the answer to the question is YES! Adult onset scoliosis is better known as … Read more

Scoliosis and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Scoliosis and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

If you have scoliosis, you may wonder how it could affect pregnancy or how pregnancy might impact your spine. These … Read more

5 Ways to Stay on Track with Your ScoliBalance Over the Holiday Period

5 Ways to Stay on Track with Your ScoliBalance Over the Holiday Period

The holidays can be an exciting time filled with family gatherings, festive activities, and travel. But for those managing scoliosis … Read more

Hyperkyphosis in Adolescents: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Hyperkyphosis in Adolescents: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

While scoliosis is quite widely known, the term hyperkyphosis is less familiar. If you’re just starting to learn about hyperkyphosis … Read more

Dr. Pivonka’s Scoliosis Journey

Dr. Pivonka’s Scoliosis Journey

I thought it would be beneficial for people to understand why I started treating patients with scoliosis, so, here is … Read more

Non-Surgical Treatment for Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis

Non-Surgical Treatment for Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis

Exploring ScoliBrace and ScoliBalance Scoliosis, a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature and rotation of the spine. When it … Read more

When Should I Seek Treatment for my Child’s Scoliosis?

When Should I Seek Treatment for my Child’s Scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine measuring over 10 degrees combined with rotation.  Studies show that approximately 2-3% … Read more

Can Hyperkyphosis be Improved with KyphoBrace?

Can Hyperkyphosis be Improved with KyphoBrace?

By Dr. Anthony Pivonka D.C. – Head Scoliosis Clinician, ScoliCare East Phoenix Arizona Hyperkyphosis is an excessive forward curvature of … Read more

Understanding Scoliosis Surgery

Understanding Scoliosis Surgery

Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis often brings a flood of questions and concerns about the future. How did this happen? What … Read more

From School Gymnastics to Olympic Dreams: An Interview with Saskia Broedelet

From School Gymnastics to Olympic Dreams: An Interview with Saskia Broedelet

ScoliCare Clinical Director, Dr. Juan Du Plessis, recently had the pleasure of interviewing Saskia Broedelet, a rhythmic gymnast poised to … Read more

Overcoming Scoliosis: An Olympian’s Inspiring Journey to Success – Exclusive Interview Coming Soon

Overcoming Scoliosis: An Olympian’s Inspiring Journey to Success – Exclusive Interview Coming Soon

As we approach the excitement of the upcoming Olympics in Paris, we are reminded that the journey to greatness can … Read more

Understanding Scoliosis in Adults

Understanding Scoliosis in Adults

Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis as an adult can be daunting. Many people wonder how it happened, what the future holds, … Read more

What is Patient Centered Scoliosis Treatment?

What is Patient Centered Scoliosis Treatment?

In recent years, patient-centered care has revolutionized the approach to scoliosis treatment by focusing on the unique needs, preferences and … Read more

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Children with Scoliosis

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Children with Scoliosis

The journey through scoliosis can be overwhelming for many parents. Each step presents unique challenges and uncertainties, from the initial … Read more

Dispelling Misconceptions About Scoliosis

Dispelling Misconceptions About Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition that is often surrounded by misconceptions and myths. This can lead to unnecessary worries and confusion … Read more

Does Trunk Muscle Endurance Worsen With Bracing in AIS?

Does Trunk Muscle Endurance Worsen With Bracing in AIS?

Important new research has been published recently on trunk muscle endurance in relation to ScoliBrace® and ScoliBalance®. The paper is … Read more

ScoliCare Announcement: Dr. Jeb McAviney Joins SOSORT Board!

ScoliCare Announcement: Dr. Jeb McAviney Joins SOSORT Board!

We are thrilled to announce that ScoliCare CEO, Dr. Jeb McAviney has been voted onto the board of the International … Read more