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Scoliosis: Wearing a Brace On this page: Overview Overview The cosmetic aspects of scoliosis and the braces used to treat it may greatly affect …
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Brace (Orthotic) Treatment for Scoliosis On this page: … brace is applied. But in most cases, after the child stops wearing the brace, this correction is lost and the curve …
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Scoliosis in Adults On this page: Overview Overview Scoliosis is a problem with the curve in the spine . It … can cause pain and make breathing difficult. Most cases of scoliosis are mild. How is scoliosis in adults treated? Mild …
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Scoliosis in Children and Teens On this page: Condition … Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Surgery Brace Treatment What is … doctor. If your child has a brace, follow instructions for wearing it. Offer your child lots of hugs and emotional …
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… Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis On this page: Surgery Overview What To Expect Why It Is Done How Well It Works Risks Surgery Overview Scoliosis is a problem with the curve in the spine. Some … which technique was used, some people may be fitted for a brace. But this is much less common now than in the past. By …
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… Spinal Curves in Scoliosis On this page: Overview … the 12th chest (thoracic) spinal bones. Brace (Orthotic) Treatment for Scoliosis Scoliosis in Children and Teens Spinal Fusion for …
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… Amblyopia: Wearing an Eye Patch Actionset Overview Amblyopia is a … are some things you can do to make the times your child is wearing the patch more fun and to help make the treatment more effective. Help your child adjust to wearing the patch. Spend time with your child just after the …
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… The upper body sweats more than the lower half, so wearing clothing that is loose-fitting and allows for more … The upper body sweats more than the lower half, so wearing clothing that is loose-fitting and allows for more …
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Scoliosis: Should My Child Have Surgery? Decision Point You … to see if the curve is getting worse. Children may wear a brace to keep the curve from getting worse. Key points to … won't have to take several weeks off from school or work. Wearing a brace may keep your child's spinal curve from …