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View our privacy policyExplore non-surgical scoliosis bracing with our bespoke LOC Scoliosis Brace. Internationally recognised, it is designed for three-dimensional in-brace correction and tailored to the clinical information you already have from your specialist and goals.
Bracing is one part of scoliosis care, usually alongside a spinal consultant and, where appropriate, physiotherapy.
Scoliosis treatment depends on a few factors, such as:
And combines one or more of the following:
A well-designed, properly fitted bespoke brace can help manage scoliosis during growth. The main aim is to support curve management and, for suitable patients, help reduce the risk of progression when worn as prescribed and monitored as part of a wider care pathway.
Scoliosis braces can:
Matilde travelled to us from Chile for bracing treatment. Because of her age and her skeletal maturity, the risk of her scoliosis curve progressing (i.e. getting worse) was high.
Her father, Felipe says “Given the limited ambitions of the bracing treatment available in Chile, we started research focused on finding the best available brace technology… We booked a video appointment with Senior Orthotist Anna Courtney where she explained to us the characteristics and benefits of LOC’s corrective scoliosis brace. After the remote consultation, we took the decision instantly and arranged to travel to London for a face-to-face assessment and fitting of the LOC Scoliosis Brace.”
After just over a year of wearing the brace, Matilde’s before and after X-rays showed her Cobb angle reduced from 29 degrees to 14 degrees. Individual results vary, and imaging interpretation is provided by the medical team.
Kyphosis is when the top of the spine curves forward and makes the back look more rounded than usual.
Bracing helps relieve pain from kyphosis by adjusting shoulder and pelvis alignment. In growing patients, it may help reduce the risk of the condition getting worse and can improve the visual appearance of the condition.
In our published cohort, the LOC Scoliosis Brace achieved an average in-brace correction of 78% when worn as prescribed. In-brace correction is an immediate, ‘in the brace’ measurement, and it does not guarantee long-term curve change. Results vary depending on factors such as curve type, growth stage and wear time.
The brace’s bold design enables advanced three-dimensional curve management for both single and complex double scoliosis curves. In selected cases, the brace is designed to achieve overcorrection in-brace, where clinically appropriate and carefully monitored by our orthotic team.
Designed to be slim and lightweight, with a low-profile fit that can be easier to manage day to day. We’ve also added straps to the front of the brace so patients can put it on and take it off by themselves.
The brace has been fine-tuned based on feedback from our scoliosis patients and spinal consultants. It has been presented internationally and is supported by our published research for its bracing outcomes. Our published data also demonstrates measurable 3D correction, confirming that the brace influences coronal, sagittal, and rotational alignment.
We may use low-dose EOS imaging arranged with an independent imaging provider to review in-brace positioning and support orthotic adjustment. Imaging is performed by the external provider, and we use the images and any measurements provided to inform brace fit, comfort and orthotic management. We do not provide radiology or diagnostic imaging reports.
We offer scoliosis consultation, brace fittings and ongoing care at:
Early intervention can help manage scoliosis during growth and may reduce the risk of progression for some children. We offer specific orthotic treatment protocols for children under 10 who have been diagnosed with early onset scoliosis.
For children with mild curves (10 to 20 degrees), Schroth-based specialist therapy may help correct or manage the curve. If the curve is above 20 degrees, we usually recommend a combination of therapy and bracing.
In adolescence, scoliosis curves can progress quickly and unpredictably while the skeleton is still growing and during hormonal changes. Starting 3D bracing early can support three-dimensional in-brace correction and may help reduce the risk of progression during growth.
For teens with scoliosis curves over 20 degrees, we recommend the LOC Scoliosis Brace combined with a tailored Schroth therapy program.
Close monitoring during puberty is essential, especially during growth spurts, to track any progression of the curve.
Your or your child’s spinal surgery may be delayed or canceled for various reasons. Our scoliosis brace can help by supporting posture and comfort, and may help reduce the risk of progression while you wait for surgery (with medical oversight).
If clinical needs demand, we can also manufacture bespoke braces rapidly at our Kingston upon Thames clinic with our same-day scoliosis brace service.
Exercises and training to improve posture are typically the first treatment recommended for adults with scoliosis. We brace adults depending on their needs. Whether that’s to reduce pain, improve posture or lessen the visual appearance of scoliosis.
Since the spine has matured and is less flexible, bracing won’t typically reverse the curve but can:
Bracing can be helpful if you have severe scoliosis and want additional support alongside your medical care, including when you are exploring surgical and non-surgical options.
In our published cohort, the LOC Scoliosis Brace achieved an average in-brace correction of 78% when worn as prescribed. In-brace correction
the number of scoliosis braces we've designed and manufactured since 2015
the number of free virtual scoliosis consultations we've given since launching our scoliosis clinic
View some of the most asked questions about Scoliosis treatment 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.
If you’re experiencing back pain due to scoliosis, it’s important to seek professional evaluation. At LOC, we offer we offer orthotic consultations to review whether bracing may form part of your management plan, which may include onward referral to a physiotherapy team or the use of our brace designed to help manage the curve.
Our goal is to support curve management, help reduce discomfort where present, and reduce the risk of further progression where possible.
Certain exercises may exacerbate scoliosis symptoms by placing undue stress on the spine. This needs careful clinical assessment.
Where appropriate, we may suggest general postural exercises or coordinate with physiotherapy colleagues to ensure exercise advice is tailored to your individual needs.
The exact cause of idiopathic scoliosis remains unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Other types of scoliosis have identifiable causes:
Yes, adults can develop scoliosis. Adult scoliosis may be a progression of a condition from adolescence or can develop due to degenerative changes in the spine over time. We have experience supporting adults with scoliosis, offering non-surgical options such as bespoke bracing to help manage symptoms and support comfort.
The LOC Scoliosis Brace is crafted from high-quality, durable hard plastic, providing robust support for the spine while ensuring optimal functionality. The brace is designed with foam pads at key pressure points to enhance comfort and reduce irritation during wear. These pads are strategically placed to offer cushioning and support where it’s needed most, such as around the ribs and back.
For ease of use and comfort, the brace features adjustable Velcro straps that allow for a custom fit, enabling patients to modify the tightness for optimal support throughout the day. This combination of materials ensures that the LOC Scoliosis Brace is both flexible and effective, offering both comfort and the necessary corrective support for scoliosis management.
Our team will talk you through what bracing can realistically achieve for your curve pattern. Outcomes vary depending on factors like curve type, curve size, growth stage, and wear time.
We’re committed to always being as transparent as possible with our treatment costs. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.
Same-day scoliosis bracing is available at our Kingston upon Thames clinic for an additional £220.
We believe in the power of bespoke orthotics to change lives. That’s why we’re committed to providing the best possible treatments for our patients.
Which means our clinicians can make any necessary adjustments or tweaks to the brace to make sure it’s comfortable and working optimally.
We refer patients to an external imaging provider for rapid, low-dose EOS X-rays after the initial fitting, the results of which are used to inform orthotic review and any necessary brace adjustments.
In collaboration with Scoliosis SOS, we offer a Schroth-based postural and exercise programme tailored to each patient to complement and enhance the effects of the brace.
Regular communication and check-ins with your dedicated orthotist keep patients and parents motivated throughout treatment.
We’re happy to answer any questions you might have, with no commitment to proceed with treatment.
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 on- line at the moment.
