When scoliosis progresses beyond the point where bracing can control the curve, surgeons may recommend surgery. For decades, spinal fusion surgery for scoliosis has been the standard treatment for larger curves. Today, however, some patients may qualify for non-fusion scoliosis surgery, which aims to correct the spinal curve while preserving motion in the spine. Understanding […]
Learning that your child has adolescent idiopathic scoliosis can be overwhelming. Many parents immediately worry about whether surgery will be necessary and what that might mean for their child’s future. The good news is that most children with scoliosis never need surgery. Many curves can be monitored or treated with bracing. When surgery is recommended, […]
Why Motion Preservation Matters For decades, the standard surgical treatment for scoliosis has been spinal fusion surgery. Fusion has helped thousands of patients by stabilizing the spine and preventing curves from worsening. It remains one of the most reliable tools surgeons have for treating severe scoliosis. But as pediatric spine care evolves, many physicians and […]
Your child grows out of shoes, pants, and jackets in what feels like a blink. So it is natural to worry and wonder, what happens with their lower limb orthotics as they grow? If your child wears braces or supports on their feet, ankles, knees, or legs, you are not alone. Many families walk this […]
When a doctor says, “Your child might need orthotics,” your heart probably jumps. You might picture big plastic braces, long appointments, and your child feeling different from other kids. Here is the good news. Lower limb orthotics are not just about holding a leg or foot in place. They can help your child feel safer, […]
You watch your child run across the playground and something catches your eye. Maybe they trip more than other kids, walk on their toes, or complain that their legs are tired again. A small worry starts to grow in the back of your mind. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Many parents notice […]
You just walked out of the clinic. Your child was measured and evaluated for lower limb orthotics, maybe AFOs, SMOs, KAFOs, or shoe inserts. Now the big question is sitting in your mind: When will my child actually get them? The short answer is that timing can vary. Some kids get their devices within a […]
Shopping for shoes is hard enough when feet grow every few months. Add a lower limb orthosis, and it can feel almost impossible. You find a cute pair of sneakers, wrestle with them in the store, and then nothing fits over the brace. Your child gets tired, you feel stressed, and everyone leaves frustrated. If […]
Your child has been referred for a pediatric lower limb orthotic evaluation, and your mind is racing. Will it hurt? How will your child react? What actually happens during this visit? An orthotic is a custom brace or device that supports your child’s legs, feet, or ankles. It might be recommended for things like flat […]