Scoliosis Clinic:  Program Schedule 

For additional information about the Scoliosis Clinic at Spinal Dynamics of Wisconsin, we encourage you to review our in-depth informational booklet. 
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Free Scoliosis Screenings -- At Our Clinic, In Schools, and For Community Groups
The incidence of scoliosis is approximately 2-3% of children between the ages of 11 and 15 years old.  Scoliosis curves are at highest risk for worsening when children go through a growth spurt, as in adolescence.  Since scoliosis does not in and of itself cause pain, it can be extremely difficult to single out these children.  It is widely accepted that early detection is key to successful management of scoliosis.  Screening programs were once offered as a mainstay as part of school health programs.  Today, most schools do not screen for scoliosis.  Most physicians perform screenings, yet many kids don’t see their doctor regularly during adolescence. We are pleased to support our community by providing free scoliosis screenings in Southeastern Wisconsin schools, for age-appropriate community groups, and in our clinic.  Screenings are quick and painless, and provided by one of our Schroth-certified physical therapists.

Orientation Lecture
Our two-hour class teaches patients and families about scoliosis, and outlines the Schroth method including principles and exercises. Orientation is required for all adolescent and most adult patients who have been evaluated and have decided to begin Schroth therapy.   Orientation classes are open to people who are not yet patients but are interested in learning more about  chroth prior to registering for evaluation or treatment.  Ideally, patients will attend orientation prior to (or within the first one to two weeks of) exercise instruction.  The knowledge gained at orientation serves as a critical foundation for patients to be more successful in learning Schroth exercise technique.

• Patients that are concerned, but not yet diagnosed with scoliosis

Call 414-302-0770 to schedule a free screening.

• Patients that have already been diagnosed with scoliosis or have been living with scoliosis

Call 414-302-0770 for dates and times of the monthly orientation lecture and to register for attendance.  At the orientation lecure, patients will learn more about the program and how it can help them.  If individual advice is preferred, please ask to schedule a one-on-one evaluation with one of the Physical Therapists.

• Schools or groups interested in an on-site screening

Call 414-302-0770 and ask for Meg Gogin, MPT

 
Intensive Program (Adolescent and Adult)
Schedules are established based upon evaluation and ongoing treatment with your physical therapist.  Patients typically come weekly for three to five months.  We make attempts to accommodate individual schedules for both adolescents and adults.

Talk with your therapist and/or our office coordinator about schedule needs

Immersion Program (Adolescent and Adult)
Most closely resembling treatment at Schroth clinics in Europe, this program offers social, psychological, and educational benefits of learning in groups.  Patients can expect to be independent with exercises when they return home.  Out-of-town adolescents are typically scheduled during school vacation weeks in groups of three to six adolescents.  Children train two to three hours in both the mornings and afternoons, with a day or two off during the program.  After immersion training, we encourage out-of-town patients to return for one or two follow-up visits each year for reevaluation and advancement, at least until skeletal maturity is reached.  Immersion training for out-of-town adults is scheduled on an individual basis.  Local patients, including adults, may also opt for this compressed immersion schedule.  Choose an upcoming session or call for individual needs.

• April 13-18, 2009
• June 17-25, 2009
• July 29-August 6, 2009
  Call 414-302-0770 to register

     

Group Exercise Sessions
An important aspect of the Schroth method is learning and exercising in groups.  This offers opportunity to learn upgrades to exercises and also to experience social and psychological benefits.   Don't miss this chance to stay motivated and consistent with scoliosis-specific exercises.  Groups are divided by age categories:  adolescent/young adult and adult.  Groups are limited to six participants.

• Mondays and Thursdays, 5-6 pm
Talk with your therapist or call 414-302-0770 to register

Brace Consultations and Fittings
Patrick Flanagan, CPO, is an orthotist with specialty European-based training in Rigo-Cheneau (RSC) bracing, which uses 3D correction principles aligned with Schroth and offers improved breathing over other braces.  He works in conjunction with our physical therapists to individually measure and fit braces.  We are pleased to offer the convenience of Schroth-oriented bracing and physical therapy in a single facility.    

• Second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 8 am-noon
Talk with your therapist and/or schedule with our office coordinator  

  

YOUR TIME Support Group
YOUR TIME is a support group designed with a psychoeducational focus - for teens involved in the care and treatment of Scoliosis.  This group session offered by ProHealth Care Medical Associates in the same building as Spinal Dynamics.  Participation with YOUR TIME is scheduled directly with ProHealth.  The most current flier is located here.

 

Learn more about our Scoliosis Clinic and the Schroth method here.