Thanks for pointing out the obvious... I support the use of the spincor brace. Does treatment stop with forcing a curve back into place??? I don't believe it's that simple, and if you do then you've severely underestimated the human body. There is obviously some reason for the spine developing lateral curves in the first place.... what makes you think you can just push it back into place, ignore the cause(s) and expect it to stay put??? And as evident by the failed attempts of many, it is clear that bracing alone is not sufficient in most cases. What I have always suggested is a comprehensive approach... never replacing bracing with vest rehab alone, ...nor is it appropriate for everyone! Am I talking to a brick wall here... ? How many times do I have to clarify that point.
I saw a poll done on another scoliosis forum (http://vote.sparklit.com/poll.spark/924046)...
Members of the forum were polled about the effectiveness of the spinecor for them. Although I think it's a great improvement as far as braces go, the poll clearly shows room for drastic improvement. I'm glad a select few members of this forum are benefiting, but what about the thousands of people who aren't sharing their experiences on this forum? Do they factor into your statistical analysis at all?
We can't possibly think that an archaic and oversimplified method such as bracing is the sole answer? Can we? Is it really possible for you to put blinders on to the potential etiologies behind this condition? Is the body just a stack of bones to you? What are the consequences of forcing the body against it's biophysical will without addressing the influences behind it?
Consider those retorical questions since I'm certain you'll blow them aside anyhow.
Also, here was an interesting article with your four favorite Dr.s together.
http://www.worldchiropracticalliance...2005/may/j.htm
It seems as though the makers of spinecor have partnered with chiropractors to provide training in the fitting/distribution of the braces. Sounds kind of fishy to me... Could the spinecorporation be out to make a HUGE profit here??? Could be, you never know.... ????? How do explain the agenda of the spinecorporation in this matter Celia? Would the good Dr.s in Montreal really partner up with two chiropractors that they believed to be frauds?
First, if you folks don't believe that scoliosis effects, or is effected by the nervous system, well.... . Secondly, since when did you and "many others" receive your training in neurophysiology to become the definitive voices on the subject?
Give it all a rest and do what's right for you. Leave others alone in their pursuits if you don't agree and quit denigrating others.
I saw a poll done on another scoliosis forum (http://vote.sparklit.com/poll.spark/924046)...
If you used the SpineCor brace for scoliosis more than 2 years ago, please rate the efficiency? [87 votes total]
It reduced my curves (13) 15%
It stabilized my curves (10) 11%
My curves progressed so I needed surgery (20) 23%
My curves progressed (15) 17%
I was unable to complete the treatment (6) 7%
No effect (23) 26%
It reduced my curves (13) 15%
It stabilized my curves (10) 11%
My curves progressed so I needed surgery (20) 23%
My curves progressed (15) 17%
I was unable to complete the treatment (6) 7%
No effect (23) 26%
We can't possibly think that an archaic and oversimplified method such as bracing is the sole answer? Can we? Is it really possible for you to put blinders on to the potential etiologies behind this condition? Is the body just a stack of bones to you? What are the consequences of forcing the body against it's biophysical will without addressing the influences behind it?
Consider those retorical questions since I'm certain you'll blow them aside anyhow.
Also, here was an interesting article with your four favorite Dr.s together.
http://www.worldchiropracticalliance...2005/may/j.htm
It seems as though the makers of spinecor have partnered with chiropractors to provide training in the fitting/distribution of the braces. Sounds kind of fishy to me... Could the spinecorporation be out to make a HUGE profit here??? Could be, you never know.... ????? How do explain the agenda of the spinecorporation in this matter Celia? Would the good Dr.s in Montreal really partner up with two chiropractors that they believed to be frauds?
...vestibular testing and rehab in the context of scoliosis treatment is "logical reasoning" and this is where I and many others in this forum beg to differ.
Give it all a rest and do what's right for you. Leave others alone in their pursuits if you don't agree and quit denigrating others.
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