Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of the most frequently asked questions by patients, as answered by the
SpineCorporation team.
How do we go about receiving information regarding SpineCor?
How does SpineCor compare to other braces?
I am interested in obtaining scientific information on the SpineCor System.
How many studies have been done to show the long-term effects of the brace?
How
do we go about finding the closest hospital / centre already using
and selling the SpineCor System?
What is the cost of the SpineCor brace?
Can the patient put the brace on him/herself?
What is the recommended daily use (in hours)?
How
do we go about washing the brace components?
Who
are the doctors involved with the brace?
Has
any research been done regarding adults and SpineCor?
Can
an adult be fitted with SpineCor?
Can
the brace be used on an adult to reduce back pain?
Has
any thought been given to eventually having an ''adult'' brace?
How do we go about receiving information regarding SpineCor?
All information on SpineCor is available on our web site.
How does SpineCor compare to other braces?
SpineCor is a dynamic non-rigid brace, meaning it is flexible. This important feature leads to numerous benefits:
- preserves body movement and promotes corrective growth
whilst continuing normal activities of daily living;
- can be discreetly worn beneath patient's clothing for optimum self-image;
- increases patient's acceptance for the treatment leading to optimal results;
- over long-term offers a cost-effective solution to
patient;
- proven stability of treatment
results after bracing discontinued,
quite unlike rigid bracing;
- clinical observation shows
significant postural improvements
- no side effects (muscular atrophy).
I am interested in obtaining scientific information on the SpineCor System.
How many studies have been done to show the long-term effects of the brace?
Studies Clinical
Studies are still ongoing and will continue
for many years to come. At present,
recently published interim data show
excellent results with curve corrections
stable at two years after treatment, a
phenomena not typical of rigid bracing. Latest clinical
results
How
do we go about finding the closest hospital / center already using
and selling the SpineCor System?
What is the cost of the SpineCor brace?
The cost of the
brace is between $ 2,500 to $ 3,500 US. It includes postural
analysis, use of specially developed diagnostic software, the
brace and initial follow-up adjustment.
Can the patient put the brace on him/herself?
To begin with, patients need a prescription from a paediatric orthopaedic surgeon
in order to obtain approval for treatment.
Most of the time, patients are then referred to an orthotist / physical therapist who will set-up the SpineCor brace.
Information is then provided to both the patient and his/her family on the use of SpineCor. It is easy for the patient to put it back on once
it has been set-up and the bands numbered
for fastening sequence and positions.
What
is the recommended daily use (in hours)?
The daily recommended use in brace depends on the pathology of the patient, his/her age, progression rate and severity of the scoliosis. In general, it is recommended to wear SpineCor 20 hours per day.
How do we go about washing the brace components?
The maintenance of the brace is explained extensively to patients and their families from the moment that it is first applied. In addition, a maintenance guide explaining the washing and drying process of the brace is also provided to the patients when it is purchased.
Who are the doctors involved with the brace?
Dr Charles Hilaire Rivard and Dr Christine Coillard have spent seven years of research and dedicated
efforts to develop SpineCor.
Has any research been done regarding adults and SpineCor?
Due to limited resources and financial constraints, no research has been conducted yet for the adult population with SpineCor.
Whilst there are some interesting
possibilities for use with adult patients to
improve body posture and control pain,
currently, in the absence of any research,
we cannot advise the use of SpineCor for
adults.
Can an adult be fitted with SpineCor?
Up until now no studies have been done involving the adult population with SpineCor. The reason is simple: the research team is
led by paediatric orthopaedic surgeons who only see children as patients.
The SpineCorporation would be interested to
talk with doctors interested in pursuing research
into its' use with adults.
Can the brace be used on an adult to reduce back pain?
For now it is only a hypothesis, it would need to be proven.
Has any thought been given to eventually having an ''adult'' brace?
Yes, some thoughts have been given regarding the use of SpineCor in the adult population but no study has been initiated yet.
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