Stability of the Scoliotic Spine: Effect of Scoliosis Braces.

Havey, Robert M; Gavin, Thomas M; Patwardhan, Avinash G · Spine (Phila Pa 1976) · 2016

review · Level V

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Abstract

Orthotic treatment (braces) for scoliosis is best understood in light of the natural history of idiopathic scoliosis and the mechanics of spine stability. Idiopathic scoliosis is a spinal deformity confronted often by spine surgeons. With prompt recognition, treatment can be effective.

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