Management of scoliosis

Does Your Child Have Scoliosis?

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Musculoskeletal system, Organ systems, Scoliosis, Management of scoliosis

This year we decided to focus on what to expect if your child is diagnosed with scoliosis.

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  • This year we decided to focus on what to expect if your child is diagnosed with scoliosis.
  • It is important to understand that "watch and wait" does not equal doing nothing at all.
  • A clinician will closely monitor your child through X-rays and visits to determine if the curve progresses and further treatment is needed.
  • Luke Stikeleather, President and Founder of National Scoliosis Center says, "Early detection can mean the difference between a child wearing a brace versus a child needing spinal fusion surgery."

VNTC Develops the World's First Hybrid Scoliosis Brace - Spinamic

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Medical specialties, Musculoskeletal system, Medicine, Scoliosis, Orthopedics, Orthotics, Brace, Back brace, Management of scoliosis

b'From a rigid to hybrid brace, Spinamic setting a new trendfor scoliosis bracing\nSEOUL, South Korea, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VNTC, a MedTech company, has developed Spinamic, the world\'s first vest-like wearable hybrid scoliosis brace, which combines the benefits of both conventional rigid and soft- type scoliosis braces.

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  • b'From a rigid to hybrid brace, Spinamic setting a new trendfor scoliosis bracing\nSEOUL, South Korea, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- VNTC, a MedTech company, has developed Spinamic, the world\'s first vest-like wearable hybrid scoliosis brace, which combines the benefits of both conventional rigid and soft- type scoliosis braces.
  • Scoliosis is a disease that develops into mild, moderate, and severe state over a long period.
  • Proactive treatment for scoliosis is necessary to avoid a possible surgery that might leave scars and side effects in the future.\nIn particular, girls account for 84% of all teenagers with scoliosis.
  • During the fitting process of conventional brace, physical contact is unavoidable and can cause them to feel embarrassed.

OrthoPediatrics Corp. Launches Dedicated ApiFix Website to Support Game-Changing Spinal Deformity Correction System for Treating AIS

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Medical specialties, Surgery, Clinical medicine, Neurosurgical procedures, Scoliosis, Spinal fusion, Management of scoliosis

The new website includes actionable information and convenient links to help anyone understand more about AIS and the potential benefits of the ApiFix procedure.

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  • The new website includes actionable information and convenient links to help anyone understand more about AIS and the potential benefits of the ApiFix procedure.
  • The ApiFixprocedure offers select AIS patients a less invasive, motion-preserving option for achieving curve correction without the permanence of fusion.
  • The ApiFix procedure is a viable treatment alternative to failed bracing, potentially allowing patients to avoid the permanence of spinal fusion surgery.
  • ApiFix, a leader in motion-preserving scoliosis correction, was acquired by OrthoPediatrics in April 2020 and operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary based in Israel.

Siblings and Scoliosis: The Genetic Correlation

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Scoliosis, Clinical medicine, Medicine, Genetic correlation, Branches of biology, Skeletal disorders, Management of scoliosis, Neuromechanics of idiopathic scoliosis

Although the specific causes are unknown, scientific studies and history reveal that the condition tends to be familial, with a definite genetic component.

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  • Although the specific causes are unknown, scientific studies and history reveal that the condition tends to be familial, with a definite genetic component.
  • Idiopathic scoliosis is particularly well suited for genetic study since it is most frequently discovered in childhood.
  • Some of the most exciting research, however, points to the genetic connection in particular aspects of curvature, especially curve severity (Wise, 2008).
  • Understanding research on these specific genetic correlations will greatly benefit families with a history of scoliosis.

OrthoPediatrics Corp. Announces Acquisition of ApiFix Ltd. with FDA-Approved Non-Fusion Scoliosis Technology

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Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Surgery, Medical specialties, Medicine, Orthopedics, RTT, Scoliosis, Orthopedic surgery, Spinal fusion, Orthopediatrics, Management of scoliosis, Harrington rod

Mark Throdahl, President and Chief Executive Officer of OrthoPediatrics, commented, We believe that ApiFix fills a major treatment gap that could potentially allow patients to avoid fusion surgery.

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  • Mark Throdahl, President and Chief Executive Officer of OrthoPediatrics, commented, We believe that ApiFix fills a major treatment gap that could potentially allow patients to avoid fusion surgery.
  • The acquisition of this novel technology keeps OrthoPediatrics at the forefront of pediatric orthopedic care with a viable alternative to failed bracing and spinal fusion for the treatment of progressive scoliosis.
  • We are also pleased to announce a major acquisition at this time which significantly enhances our long-term strategic position.
  • ApiFix is a leading motion-preservation scoliosis correction company developing a unique platform technology that represents a disruptive approach to spine deformity treatment.

EOS Images and 3D Models Supporting More Than 35 Podium Presentations and Scientific Posters at Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) 54th Annual Meeting

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Technology, Health, Other Health, Radiology, Surgery, Research, Medical devices, Software, Hospitals, Science, Medical specialties, Medicine, Clinical medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, EOS imaging, Management of scoliosis, Scoliosis, Eos, Eos, Poster session

The number of presentations highlights the importance of EOS in the management of scoliosis, assessment of sagittal alignment and surgical planning.

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  • The number of presentations highlights the importance of EOS in the management of scoliosis, assessment of sagittal alignment and surgical planning.
  • Since 2014, EOS imaging has collaborated with the Harms Study Group (HSG), a leading research group for scoliosis, to provide access to 3D models for its research.
  • At SRS this year, HSG members will present numerous podium and poster presentations leveraging EOS images or 3D models, demonstrating the value of EOS in the analysis of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
  • This collaboration has allowed the Harms Study Group to produce more than 20 annual scientific presentations and seven peer-reviewed publications to date.

ApiFix Receives FDA Approval to Commercialize MID-C System for Motion-Preserving Deformity Treatment of Progressive Idiopathic Scoliosis in Adolescents

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Teens, Medical devices, Surgery, FDA, Physical therapy, Consumer, Health, Musculoskeletal system, Medicine, Medical specialties, RTT, Scoliosis, Management of scoliosis, Neuromechanics of idiopathic scoliosis

ApiFix Ltd., a leading motion-preservation scoliosis correction company, today announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) via a Humanitarian Device Exemption (HDE) to market the Minimally Invasive Deformity Correction (MID-C) system for the treatment of progressive adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS).

Key Points: 
  • ApiFix Ltd., a leading motion-preservation scoliosis correction company, today announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) via a Humanitarian Device Exemption (HDE) to market the Minimally Invasive Deformity Correction (MID-C) system for the treatment of progressive adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS).
  • FDA approval of ApiFixs MID-C system is a significant achievement for our company, said Paul Mraz, CEO for ApiFix Ltd.
  • But more importantly, it makes a notable treatment advancement available for patients and their families who want FDA approved alternatives to permanent spinal fusion.
  • ApiFix is a leading motion-preservation scoliosis correction company developing a unique platform technology that represents a disruptive approach to spine deformity treatment.

FDA approves first of its kind device to treat pediatric patients with progressive idiopathic scoliosis

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Friday, August 16, 2019
Musculoskeletal system, Medical Subject Headings, Medical classification, RTT, Scoliosis, Vertebral column, Management of scoliosis, Back brace

"For children and adolescent patients with idiopathic scoliosis that does not respond favorably to bracing, treatment options have been limited to fusion surgeries," said Capt.

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  • "For children and adolescent patients with idiopathic scoliosis that does not respond favorably to bracing, treatment options have been limited to fusion surgeries," said Capt.
  • "Today's approval provides access to a new treatment option that could improve quality of life for patients with idiopathic scoliosis."
  • Approximately 6,800 patients in the U.S. each year will develop progressive curvatures that do not respond to bracing.
  • The Tether Vertebral Body Tethering System provides an alternative for patients with idiopathic scoliosis that doesn't respond to bracing.