Scoliosis Support Group

Scoliosis affects all ages. Unlike the naturally occurring curves in the spine, scoliosis causes the spine to curve abnormally to the left or right.

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Adult Back Brace

enigmaticloner
enigmaticloner

I recently started seeing another chiropractor that specializes in scolisis and he has recommended me a back brace for me to wear a few hours a day to help prevent my curve from progressing and also to help with the back pain that I've been getting over the years. My question is has anyone here worn a back brace as an adult and if so have you seen any help with being able to stand longer and/or less pain in your back overall? It's quite expensive and my father will unfortunately have to cover the payment so I'm a bit apprehensive about having to get this if it's not a good chance of it helping. Currently I'm not able to stand up long at all without a good amount of pain so I'm looking into any method that can help. The cheaper the better as some of these things are getting quite expensive to not be showing any results.

Booky63
Booky63
I have Scoliosis also and know how you feel, but I also have mild Cerebral Palsy. I was told that I have scoliosis because I have a difference in leg length, but I've also found out since that possibly that's not true. If it works and you feel less pain wearing it, I am sure it will help. It will also help you stand straighter, so there is merit in it. It will also take the pressure off on the way you stand. The downside of course is a brace can be very bulky and of course once you start wearing it, it may be something you come to rely on eventually. Can I ask what kind of scoliosis you have? I note you're only 13. Did you see a Children's Consultant who deals with scoliosis or a chiropractor?
enigmaticloner
enigmaticloner
Well I'm not 13, I'm not sure why it says that but I'll try to change it I guess. I'm 24, that's why I specifically mentioned an "adult" back brace. As far as what kind of scoliosis I have it's a double curve if that's what you're asking.
Booky63
Booky63
Yes of course. I don't know what happened there with the age thing. Good luck with finding a brace. If I find anything out, I'll PM you if that's okay. Take care.
jane28
jane28
I am a senior citizen, 76 and have 48 degree scoliosis which has caused me to be bent over from the waist and use a cane. I have always been an active person and am totally depressed over this turn of events. I also have other back issues and am on pain medications which are the only way I can function at all. The only exercise I can do is to ride a recumbent bike at the gym, where I go three days a week. If anybody knows of any other therapies for adult scoliosis, I would love to hear about it.
enigmaticloner
enigmaticloner
It should be another week or two until I receive my brace. I'm quite anxious about how things will go with it.
enigmaticloner
enigmaticloner
Thanks to issues it's been delayed quite a bit but going to get it next week.
enigmaticloner
enigmaticloner
Got my brace yesterday, wearing it atm. Quite uncomfortable and a bit painful, trying to get used to it hoping it will help.
LizB.
LizB.
My question is how old are you and what degree of curvature?
enigmaticloner
enigmaticloner
I am 25 years old and my higher curve is over 70 degrees.
jane28
jane28
I recently had back surgery and so, of course, had to wear a brace. My surgery was not on the scoliosis (which the doctor said he couldn't operate on) but was a different type of surgery for the other spinal issues I have. I find the back brace keeps me from terrible pain when I wear it and, without giving you medical advice, I would suggest that you wear it but only for a few hours a day because it tends to weaken the muscles if used for a prolonged period of time.