title: Modern orthotics for spinal deformities.
abstract: Four basic types of orthoses are now being used at the Twin Cities Scoliosis Center for the treatment of spinal curvatures. The Milwaukee Brace, either custom-made or using a prefabricated pelvic section is the orthosis of choice for thoracic scoliosis and kyphosis in the ambulatory child. For lumbar and thoracolumbar curves, the one-piece "TLSO" has proven the most effective design. For the collapsing spine of myelomeningocele, childhood paraplegia, and spinal muscular atrophy, the 2-piece bivalved polypropylene body jacket is excellent. For the severely involved cerebral palsy or Duchenne Dystrophy patient, the Chair Insert type Sitting Support Orthodosis is preferable.
mesh_terms: D001915:Braces; D006801:Humans; D007738:Kyphosis / Q000628:therapy; D008141:Lordosis / Q000628:therapy; D008722:Methods; D009989:Orthotic Devices; D012600:Scoliosis / Q000628:therapy; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D014910:Wheelchairs