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Niamh McGowan
At present, standard care for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) includes observation, bracing or surgery. However, for conservative management of curves up to 45 degrees Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercise (PSSE) is becoming more widely used. Recent research suggests that PSSE used in combination with bracing is the most effective form of conservative management.
We work closely with Ciarnaid Hayes from Orthotic Solutions. Orthotic Solutions is paired with Ortholutions in Germany. They make Rigo-System-Cheneau braces. The braces are unique and are made specifically for each individual based on the information gathered from photos, x-rays and Ciarnaid’s measurements. The brace is checked regularly as the individual is growing to ensure any adjustments needed are made.
Walking helps many of the systems in our body. It will help your musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory, digestive and nervous systems. Ensure that you listen to your body and try to stop your walk before any pain or fatigue sets in. This will allow you to try again later that same day and to keep going the following day. If you do it this way, then quickly you will regain strength and endurance in your muscular system and this in turn will help alleviate stiffness and pain.
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