ORDERS MUST BE PREPAID IN U.S. CURRENCY AND MAILED TO THE ADDRESS LISTED

PAMPHLETS/BROCHURES

"What young people and parents need to know about scoliosis"

A physical therapist's perspective. $1.00 each ($34.50 per 50 + $2.00 S/H) WRITE: AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION, 1111 NORTH FAIRFAX STREET, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314

"Scoliosis! Me?"

Illustrated pamphlet by Richard A. Marks, MD, PA. Detailed answers to questions most asked by parents and teens. $1.29 each. $40.00 for 50 copies. WRITE: NORTH DALLAS SCOLIOSIS CENTER, 1910 N. COLLINS BLVD., RICHARDSON, TX 75080

"Scoliosis"

Describes causes and treatment of scoliosis, kyphosis, and lordosis. Single copy free, $55.00 per 250 copies WRITE: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ORTHOPEDIC SURGEONS, 6300 N. RIVER ROAD., ROSEMONT, IL 60018-4226

"Reducing the Patient Exposure During Scoliosis Radiology"

FDA Brochure. WRITE: FDA, HFZ-240, Rockville, MD 20857

Understanding Acute Low Back Problems in Adults

Published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. To receive a free copy: CALL TOLL FREE: (800)-358-9295 or WRITE: AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE RESEARCH QUALITY CLEARINGHOUSE, P.O. BOX 8547, SILVER SPRING, MD 20907

Postural Screening Guidelines for School Nurses

Published by the National Association of School Nurses, Inc.. To receive a copy: CALL: (207)-883-2117 or WRITE: N.A.S.N., PO BOX 1300, SCARBOROUGH, ME 04070. Copy(s) are: $7.00 NASN Members, $11.00 Non-Members.

BOOKS

"Just Like Always"

By Elizabeth-Ann Sachs, Atheneum 1981. Fictional story about friendship and scoliosis. At your local library. Note: Surgical procedures are not up-to-date.

"The AMA Book of Back Care" Compiled by the American Medical Association. Published by Random House, New York 1992. Cost $12.95.

AUDIOVISUALS

"Taking the Mystery out of Spinal Deformities"

VHS video answering questions most often asked by screeners, patients, and parents. (20 min.) $17.95 + $2.00 S/H (CA residents add sales tax) WRITE: CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF LOS ANGELES, MAIL STOP #69, DIVISION OF ORTHOPAEDICS, 4650 SUNSET BLVD. LOS ANGELES, CA 90027

"You are not Alone"

A 25 minute VHS video presenting two women's experiences, recovery, and improved lifestyle after surgery. $28.00. WRITE: MINNESOTA SPINE CENTER, 606 24TH AVENUE, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55454

"Scoliosis Screening for Early Detection"

Instructional video for school nurses and other postural screeners. Includes companion video for students. Produced by: Minnesota Spine Center & Gillette Children's. Length: 14:15 Minutes. Price $14.95. CONTACT AMY SCHALL AT GILLETTE CHILDREN'S (651)-229-1721, EMAIL: aschall@gillettechildrens.com.

"Scoliosis Screening for Students"

Student video. Produced from the view point of students to help other students to better understand scoliosis. An overview of the screening process is demonstrated. Produced by: Minnesota Spine Center & Gillette Children's. Length: 6:20 Minutes. Price $5.95 CONTACT AMY SCHALL AT GILLETTE CHILDREN'S (651)-229-1721, EMAIL: aschall@gillettechildrens.com.

"Brace Yourself for the Future"

A video specifically for children & adolescents braced for scoliosis. Deals positively with real compliance issues. Produced by: Minnesota Spine Center & Gillette Children's. Length: 12:50 Minutes. Price $25.00, CONTACT AMY SCHALL AT GILLETTE CHILDREN'S (651)-229-1721, EMAIL: aschall@gillettechildrens.com.

OTHER RESOURCES

Torso Brace Liners

Custom fit for the scoliosis patient, both male and female. Soft cotton blend and 100% cotton material. Helps reduce skin irritations; and is covered by most third-party payments. BOSTON BRACE, 20 LEDIN DRIVE, AVON, MA 02322 (800) 262-2235

NATIONAL SCOLIOSIS FOUNDATION, 5 Cabot Place, Stoughton, MA 02072, (781)-341-6333. FAX (781)-341-8333 E-MAIL: NSF@scoliosis.org.

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