ScoliCare North Dakota

12/17/2025

How does the Cobb Angle relate to scoliosis progression in children?

When scoliosis is diagnosed, two key factors help guide treatment:
📏 The Cobb Angle: measures how curved the spine is
🦴 Skeletal maturity: how much growth a child has ahead

Children who are still growing and have higher Cobb Angles are more likely to see their curve progress over time.
That’s why early action matters.

Programs like scoliosis-specific rehab and custom corrective braces can reduce the risk of worsening curves and support healthy development.
The goal is not only straighter posture, it’s confidence, movement, and long-term wellbeing.

If you’d like to explore treatment options for your child, our clinicians are here to help. 💙

12/12/2025

12/10/2025

“Is my chest pain from scoliosis?”

We hear this question often—and yes, it can be.

Thoracic scoliosis may distort the rib cage, strain chest/back muscles, or irritate nerves, causing sharp, tight, or radiating pain. Not every curve triggers chest pain, but when it does, it often signals increased spinal stress that needs attention.

The good news: effective solutions exist. Scoliosis-specific exercise (ScoliBalance®), corrective bracing (ScoliBrace®), and personalised treatment plans can reduce symptoms and improve mobility.

If chest pain concerns you, reach out. Our team is here to assess your situation and guide you to the right care. 💙

12/08/2025

Discover how ScoliBalance® supports long-term spinal health, for teens, adults, and anyone living with scoliosis. 💙

This personalised, non-invasive program combines targeted exercises, posture training, and breathing mechanics to help:

✨ Improve posture and muscular balance
✨ Reduce pain and stiffness
✨ Support bracing outcomes
✨ Increase flexibility and spinal stability
✨ Build confidence in daily movement

Every program is tailored, because every spine is unique.
If you’re navigating scoliosis or wanting to improve your spinal health, our team at ScoliCare is here to guide you.

📞 Book an assessment today

12/03/2025

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Children with Scoliosis 💙

Navigating scoliosis can feel overwhelming for parents, from the moment of diagnosis to the choices that follow. But being informed and proactive can make all the difference in your child’s journey.

Here’s what matters most:

✨ Early detection, regular checks during growth phases are key
✨ Personalized treatment, there’s no one-size-fits-all; bracing, exercises, or a combination
✨ Family involvement, open conversations and clear expectations help
✨ Reliable information, avoid misinformation and seek guidance from scoliosis specialists
✨ Staying connected, join support groups, ask questions, stay engaged

With knowledge, support, and the right clinical team, families can help their children feel confident and supported every step of the way. 💙

11/30/2025

What is patient-centred scoliosis care?

It’s an approach that puts each patient, their needs, goals, and preferences at the heart of every decision.
Instead of a one-size-fits-all plan, treatment is tailored to the individual.

Because no two scoliosis cases are the same.

What patient-centred care looks like:
• A combination of options (custom bracing, scoliosis-specific rehab, or surgery when needed)
• Modern diagnostics and technology guiding every step
• Treatment plans aligned with each patient’s goals
• Clear communication between clinicians, patients, and families
• Support that goes beyond the spine, focusing on confidence, comfort, and long-term wellbeing

Why it matters:
✔ Better clinical outcomes
✔ Stronger trust between patient & clinician
✔ Less anxiety through clearer understanding
✔ Improved quality of life

At ScoliCare, this is our approach every day. We combine evidence-based bracing, advanced rehabilitation, and collaborative care to create treatment plans that truly fit the individual.

If you or someone you love is navigating scoliosis, we’re here to help with a personalised path forward.

11/26/2025

Hyperkyphosis isn’t just “bad posture.”

It’s an excessive rounding of the mid-back that often appears in adolescence, and early intervention matters.
Common signs include:

• Slouching that doesn’t correct easily
• Mid-back pain or stiffness
• Tight hamstrings
• Forward head posture

Treatments include:

✔ ScoliBalance® kyphosis-specific rehab
✔ Custom kyphosis bracing for structural curves
✔ Surgery only for severe cases

If your teen’s posture has changed, a professional assessment can help you understand what’s going on and how to manage it.

11/24/2025

“Wait and see” is not a treatment approach for AIS.

Kids and teens do better when their scoliosis is monitored and supported early, especially if you start noticing changes in how they feel or move. These changes can affect confidence, comfort, and everyday quality of life.

Early assessment and the right care, like ScoliBalance® exercises and ScoliBrace®, can help manage progression and keep kids feeling strong and supported.

Your child’s spine is growing fast. Getting ahead of scoliosis makes a real difference.