The stability we can not find in the world, we must create within our own persons...
~ Nathaniel Braden ~

Scoliosis Conservative Management (BSPTS/ Schroth Method) in Vancouver

Have you or your child been diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis or Scheuermann's Kyphosis?  Are you interested in learning more about conservative management of this spinal disorder?    The concepts and principles for treatment have evolved over the years but are based on sensorimotor and kinaesthetic principles with the main objective to facilitate corrections of the altered posture, and teach the patient to maintain the corrected posture in their activities of daily living.These session will be one-on-one 60 min visits where the therapist will design a specific program for your unique curve pattern. The goals of Physiotherapy Scoliosis Specific Exercise (PSSE) is to help minimize curve progression, improve respiration, decrease functional limitations, prevent or treat spinal pain, prevent surgery, and improve general health and activities of daily living.   
  
PSSE is benefical when:

  • Diagnosed with a moderate curve that is diagnosed as a teenager 
  • Back & Neck issues related to poor posture or non optimal loading patterns 
  • Wearing a brace and require a home program for spinal muscles strength and improved postural control
  • Breathing difficulties
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What to Expect at your Initial Assessment

  1. If you have an XRay of your spine, please bring the disc or report to your first visit. (If you do not have the report or disc please let your therapist know and they can request these images directly)The Physiotherapist will analyze the images and explain your curve pattern, how it develops and use the information to design a specific program for you.   
  2. Your therapist will ask a few questions about your spine, your growth and development and any past injuries and treatment. 
  3. We ask that you wear a sports bra/ tank top and shorts or leggings during your sessions, as it will assist with the initial assessment of your spine. Your therapist will then perform a few measurements to allow them to design a physiotherapeutic scoliosis- specific exercises (PSSE) program that is unique to your curve pattern.
  4. If you currently have a brace, please bring it with you to the initial assessment or if you have been told by a spinal surgeon you require a brace this can be discussed on your initial visit. If you already have a brace, Physiotherapeutic scoliosis- specific exercises (PSSE) are recommended to maintain postural control and strengthen spinal muscles until brace wearing ends. 
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