Cobb angle reduction with Schroth therapy  delivered virtually and night time bracing administered at the end of growth

  • At the age of 9 years the patient was diagnosed with scoliosis, and she was recommended “wait and see” observational approach.

  • At the age of 11 .5 years the curve progressed to 23 degrees at thoracic and 25 degrees at lumbar region. The doctor recommended to start bracing and scoliosis specific exercises. The family preferred to try Schroth therapy first. PT was delivered 2 x week for 6 weeks period.

  • At the follow up in 6 weeks significant reduction of the curve was observed from to 13 /15 degrees. Bracing was no longer necessary, and therapy continued through the next several years on average 1 x week, first individually and then in group format.

  • Towards the end of treatment, the curve gradually progressed to the numbers that were close to initial diagnosis, but it never exceeded it. Surgery was prevented and bracing was completely avoided. The patient was happy and satisfied with treatment outcome.

Before treatment, bracing recommended
After 6 weeks of treatment
Beginning of treatment
After 6 weeks of treatment

Towards the end of treatment, the curve gradually progressed to the numbers that were close to initial diagnosis, but it never exceeded it. Surgery was prevented and bracing was completely avoided. The patient was happy and satisfied with treatment outcome.