 How does SpineCor
compare to other braces? 
SpineCor is a
dynamic non-rigid brace, meaning it is flexible.
This important feature leads to numerous benefits:
• preserves
body movement and promotes corrective growth
whilst continuing normal activities of daily living;
• can be discreetly
worn beneath patient's clothing for optimum self-image;
• increases
patient's acceptance for the treatment leading
to optimal results;
• over
long-term offers a cost-effective solution to patient;
• proven
stability of treatment results after bracing discontinued,
quite unlike rigid bracing;
• clinical
observation shows significant postural improvements
• no side
effects (muscular atrophy).
How many studies have been done to show the long-term
effects of the brace?
Clinical Studies are still ongoing and will continue
for many years to come. At present, recently published
interim data show excellent results with curve corrections
stable at two years after treatment, a phenomena
not typical of rigid bracing.
What is the cost of the SpineCor brace?
The cost of the brace is between US$2,500 to US$3,500.
It includes postural analysis, use of specially developed
diagnostic software, the brace and initial follow-up
adjustment.
Can the patient put the brace on him/herself?
To begin with, patients need a prescription from a paediatric
orthopaedic surgeon in order to obtain approval for treatment.
Most of the time, patients are then referred to an orthotist
/ physical therapist who will set-up the SpineCor brace.
Information is then provided to both the patient and
his/her family on the use of SpineCor. It is easy for
the patient
to put it back on once it has been set-up and the bands
numbered for fastening sequence and positions.
What is the recommended daily use (in hours)?
The daily recommended use in brace depends on the pathology
of the patient, his/her age, progression rate and severity
of the scoliosis. In general, it is recommended to wear
SpineCor 20 hours per day.
How do we go about washing the brace components?
The maintenance of the brace is explained extensively
to patients and their families from the moment that it
is
first applied. In addition, a maintenance guide explaining
the washing and drying process of the brace is also provided
to the patients when it is purchased.
Was
any research done on adults and SpineCor?
As yet there are no published Scientific Studies but
research is being carried out into the use of SpineCor
for adults.
Preliminary results look very positive!
Can an adult be fitted with SpineCor?
A US study is now evaluating the use of SpineCor treatment
for adult patients. The treatment objectives for adults
are quite different to children but the same principles
of postural re-education leading to improvement or stabilization
through dynamic exercise and neuromuscular feed back
still apply. Early results with adults are very positive,
with
both postural improvements and pain reduction in all
patients to date.
Can the brace be used on an adult to reduce back pain?
Theoretically pain reduction in adults is possible, early
treatment results do seem to support the hypothesis.
Has any thought been given to eventually having an ''adult''
brace?
Yes, for the moment the size range of the paediatric
brace has been expanded for adult use. For the future
a specific
adult version may be considered.
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