Orthopedic doctors typically recommend scoliosis bracing for kids and teens who are still growing and have a curvature of 25 degrees or more. The primary goal of a scoliosis brace is to keep the curve from progressing to the level that surgery is required. Some patients achieve curve reduction with bracing.

Effective bracing for idiopathic scoliosis is influenced by factors such as age, skeletal maturity, and curve attributes, with success reliant on patient adherence and engagement. The purpose of this paper is to highlight strategies for successful treatment.

Bracing is a treatment option for patients whose curve is smaller to moderate. It is during a patient’s adolescent years that he or she is growing the most, which means their curve can also grow. The ultimate goal of a brace is to prevent the curve from getting larger to ultimately avoid the need for surgery in the future.

There are several different types of braces for scoliosis. Your doctor will recommend a brace based on the child’s age, stage of growth, the degree, and type of curve. Each child’s body and curve is unique, so a brace must be specially made for each patient in order to give the straightest possible shape.