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Niamh McGowan

Rigo-system-cheneau brace

RSC Braces

By Niamh McGowan | June 1, 2022

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.

Gradually increasing walking distance post-op

Return to Walking Post Scoliosis Surgery

By Niamh McGowan | April 1, 2022

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.

Sleep post scoliosis surgery

Sleep Post Scoliosis Surgery

By Niamh McGowan | March 1, 2022

Sleep is crucial for tissue repair following your surgery. When we are asleep our body goes into healing mode. Good quality sleep will also leave you feeling refreshed and so you will be able to do more activity each day after a good night’s sleep…