Southwest General’s Scoliosis Treatment Program is provided through the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Department. The program uses a multifaceted approach to treatment that enables patients to take charge of their scoliosis.
A Team Approach to Individualized Care
Scoliosis treatment is provided by a special team of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with years of experience in spine, orthopedic and pediatric treatments. Additionally, team members have been trained in a three-dimensional approach to treatment based on the Schroth Method, which has been used successfully in Europe.
After an initial evaluation of the patient, a trained scoliosis therapist will develop an individualized plan of care. Treatment involves correction of posture based on the patient’s spinal curve, corrective breathing and muscle strengthening.
Treatment techniques include:
Myofascial Release
A gentle technique that lengthens the connective tissue between the skin, muscles, bones, and blood vessels. With scoliosis, the respiratory diaphragm is often restricted along with the ribs and spine. By releasing these areas breathing capacity can be increased and postural alignment changed.
Kinesiotaping
The application of elastic tape to help patients perform a specific motion, stop an unwanted movement, or maintain a postural correction.
Biofeedback
Use of a small, non-invasive device that gives the patient auditory or visual feedback about active muscle movement.
Manual Therapy
Techniques focusing on soft tissue and joint mobility that help to prepare the surrounding muscles, tendons, tissue and joints for postural changes and strengthening.
Benefits of Scoliosis Treatment
The Scoliosis Treatment Program offers many benefits for patients including:
• Reduced pain
• Improved cardiopulmonary function
• Improved physical appearance and self image
• Correction of scoliosis posture
• Stabilization of corrected posture
• Improved balance
Insurance Information
A prescription from a physician requesting “Physical Therapy Evaluate and Treat for Scoliosis” is required. X-ray assessment of the entire spine is often ordered by the physician and is helpful to the therapist. Most major insurance providers cover Scoliosis treatment.
Appointments
The Scoliosis Treatment Program is provided at LifeWorks of Southwest General, a fitness facility that offers free, surface-level parking and other family-friendly services including fitness memberships and childcare.
To learn more about Scoliosis Treatment, or to schedule an appointment, call 440-816-8010.
Location
Scoliosis Treatment Program
7390 Old Oak Blvd.
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130