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In fact, by the age of 10, the spine is 80 per cent grown. Treatment in children under 10 years of age aims at avoiding fusion (except in special circumstances). The options are: 1. Casting. In young children, plaster jackets are applied around the trunk under a general anaesthetic to straighten the curve.
Early detection of scoliosis is crucial to ensure timely intervention and prevent further progression. Routine screenings, especially during growth spurts, play a vital role in catching scoliosis in its early stages, which leads to a higher chance of successful treatment. To this end, the website hosts the National Scoliosis Detection Program ...
Here they are, as recommended by the Scoliosis Research Society: 1. A curve between 20 and 40 degrees that is not too high or low on the spine, 2. In someone with at least 18 months of growth remaining, 3. And being prepared to wear the brace for 16 to 20 hours a day until they stop growing.
As a guide, most curves can be corrected by 65-70 percent. For example, a 50 degree thoracic scoliosis could be corrected to less than 20 degrees. It is rare to be able to straighten a curve completely, nor is it necessary. An excellent cosmetic result can be achieved in most cases.
50 Flemington Rd, Parkville VIC 3052 tel: 03 9345 6180 fax: 03 9345 5034 Referral: Download referral form. Victoria – Scoliosis Clinics. Monash Children’s Hospital 246 Clayton Road, Clayton VIC 3168 tel: 03 9594 6666. Royal Children’s Hospital 50 Flemington Rd, Parkville VIC 3052 tel: 03 9345 6180 fax: 03 9345 5034. Download Specialist ...
Queensland – Scoliosis Clinics. The Royal Brisbane Hospital. Herston Road, Herston QLD 4029. tel: 07 3636 8388 / fax: 07 3636 1343. Queensland Children’s Hospital. 501 Stanley St South Brisbane QLD 40101. tel: 07 3068 1111. Cairns Base Hospital (every fourth month) 165-171 The Esplanade, Cairns QLD 4870.