How to Choose the Best Scoliosis Treatment for Your Child?

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The treatment of scoliosis has evolved significantly over the years. There was a time when people with scoliosis were told to avoid exercise completely, viewed as fragile and advised against participating in sports or physical activities. In contrast, there was also a period when swimming was believed to be a cure. It was commonly prescribed under the belief that it would correct spinal curvature.

Today, we understand that people with scoliosis do not need to live sedentary lives. In fact, modern scoliosis treatment emphasizes the importance of movement. Exercise is now seen as a valuable part of managing scoliosis and promoting overall health. While scoliosis is often diagnosed during childhood, it affects people of all ages. In fact, the number of scoliosis cases increases with age, and the largest group living with scoliosis is actually older adults.

Among children, the most common type is adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, typically diagnosed between ages 10 and 18. Other types include congenital scoliosis, found in infants under three, and neuromuscular scoliosis, associated with underlying muscle or nerve conditions. Juvenile scoliosis, or early-onset scoliosis, is usually diagnosed between the ages of 3 and 10. Once a person reaches full skeletal maturity—around age 18—it’s classified as adult scoliosis.

So, can children treat scoliosis through exercise? Yes—but it must be the right kind of exercise. Scoliosis involves not just a sideways curve, but also a twisting of the spine. Since it’s a structural issue, it must be addressed at the structural level. While the cause of idiopathic scoliosis isn’t always known, we do know that untreated structural curvature often leads to progression over time.

The goal of scoliosis-specific exercise is to improve posture, support spinal alignment, and enhance flexibility. The more flexible a spine is, the more likely it is to respond well to treatment. As curves become larger, they tend to stiffen, making them harder to manage.

In our practice, we often use CLEAR exercise therapy, which is personalized to each child's unique curve pattern. We also teach SEAS (Scientific Exercises Approach to Scoliosis) and ScoliBalance, which help improve spinal balance and postural control. Other well-known methods include DoboMed, Lyon exercises, and the Schroth Method—all of which are specifically designed for scoliosis.

It’s important to note that general exercises, like swimming or sports, can support general spinal health and core strength—but they won’t reduce spinal curves. For example, while swimming is great for core fitness and is non-compressive, it doesn’t address the curve itself. Many competitive swimmers still experience worsening scoliosis.

That said, general core-strengthening exercises can complement scoliosis-specific therapy. Exercises such as planks, side planks, pelvic tilts, abdominal presses, and leg lifts can help strengthen the core, making the spine more responsive to corrective treatment.

Ultimately, every exercise plan must be customized. No one-size-fits-all routine will correct scoliosis. Children with scoliosis should always work with a trained provider to develop a targeted, scoliosis-specific exercise plan tailored to their unique needs.

00:00 Should Kids with Scoliosis Exercise?
00:35 Myths About Exercise and Scoliosis
01:03 Scoliosis Is Not Just a Childhood Condition
01:27 Types of Childhood Scoliosis
02:22 Why Exercises Matter
03:05 Benefits of Scoliosis-Specific Exercises
03:45 Effective Exercise Methods: CLEAR, SEAS, ScoliBalance, and More
04:41 Scoliosis-Specific vs. General Exercises
05:17 General Core Strengthening and Its Limitations
05:54 Recommended Core Exercises for Kids with Scoliosis
07:03 Customization is Key: Tailoring Exercises to the Curve

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