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?

Studies 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. Latest clinical results

What is the cost of the SpineCor brace?

The cost of the brace is $ 3,500 US. It includes postural analysis, use of specially developed diagnostic software, the brace.

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.

Who are the doctors involved with the brace?

Dr Charles Hilaire Rivard and Dr Christine Coillard have spent seven years of research and dedicated efforts to develop SpineCor.

Has any research been done regarding 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.