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View our privacy policyA guide to the scoliosis bracing treatment process and what you can expect.
During the assessment appointment, your clinician will:
Please bring any recent out-of-brace X-rays with you to the appointment.
If your clinician agrees that bracing is right for you, they will:
The length of time you need to wear the brace will vary from patient to patient. Depending on their age and Risser sign, some patients will need more than one brace during their treatment simply because they will grow out of their original brace. Your clinician will discuss the likelihood of this during your assessment appointment.
We use the internationally recognised Bracing in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Trial (BrAIST) study model to assess the risk of your scoliosis curve getting worse.
Based on the scans taken during your assessment, your clinicians will then design and model your bespoke LOC Scoliosis Brace. We do this using CAD/CAM technology, before sending this file to our in-house manufacturing workshop.
A brace can take up to a week to make. At our Kingston clinic, we also offer a same-day service where our scoliosis patients can be assessed in the morning and have their bespoke brace fitted in the afternoon.
Your clinician will fit your brace during an in-person appointment. They will check that it fits and does not rub in any places. Your clinician can make any tweaks or adjustments on site.
Following the initial fitting, we arrange EOS imaging with an independent provider. The scan is performed and reported by a separate diagnostic radiology service to confirm the brace’s effectiveness.
Prompt imaging allows us to review the results quickly and make any necessary brace refinements without unnecessary delay.
We normally like to review your scoliosis brace two weeks after your fitting appointment. This allows us to make tiny adjustments and make sure you are settling in well and managing the wear schedule at home.
At this stage, we may refer you to an independent diagnostic radiology provider for an in-brace X-ray (such as EOS imaging). The scan is performed and reported by the external radiology service. We then use the radiology report and images to assess how the brace is influencing your spinal alignment and make any necessary orthotic adjustments.
Once this has taken place, we monitor your progress with regular review appointments. Frequent reviews are essential to ensure that you’re getting the most out of your scoliosis treatment. Typically, we recommend seeing patients every three months to assess the fit of the brace and monitor spinal growth.
Regular review appointments will help you get the best possible results with your scoliosis brace.
We welcome regular communication from parents throughout the treatment journey. Feel free to contact us whenever you need.
If you have any concerns throughout treatment, we can respond quickly and make any adjustments that might be needed.
Should you have any further questions about the LOC Scoliosis Brace or treatment, we can arrange a free online orthotic consultation with one of our specialist clinicians.
Please note that patients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for all appointments.
View some of the most asked questions about LOC Scoliosis Bracing treatment schedule here, or search below for a question you might have.
Don’t forget you can always send us a message or give us a call on 020 8974 9989 if you’d prefer.
A bespoke brace can help reduce the risk of progression during growth and support curve management as part of a wider care plan. Our brace works by gently guiding your spine into a more corrective in-brace position, with follow-up and adjustments to support fit and comfort.
“LOC has been fantastic, friendly, understanding. Anna did not pull any punches about the wearing regime and gave us all the information we needed. Polly was in her brace for less than two years. LOC has provided a really incredible service.”
Zoe, Polly’s mother – Scoliosis patient (adolescent)
Speak to our team about your options, with no obligation to begin treatment.
Not sure which appointment to book?
If you can’t find a suitable appointment, please contact us and our admin team will be happy to help.
You can book a range of assessment and review appointments online, depending on the service and location that you require. If a specific appointment type is unavailable online, please contact LOC directly on [email protected] or you can call us. Unfortunately we are unable to offer fittings online at the moment.
Yes, if your previous orthotist offers online booking and has availability, you can choose to book with them again.
Please check your spam or junk folder first. If you still haven’t received a confirmation within 10 minutes, contact LOC Admin to confirm your booking via [email protected]
Yes. You can book on behalf of someone else. Please ensure the registration form includes the details of the person attending the appointment.
No account is required. Our booking process allows you to book as a guest. However, you will be asked to enter key details and complete required forms.
Most orthotic treatments are available online. If the treatment you’re looking for is not listed, please contact us directly and LOC Admin will assist you.
