Q It was found in elementary school—isn't it too late to start treatment now?
A As long as the growth plates are open, treatment effects can be expected. Upper elementary students still have growth period remaining, so it is important to start now.
Detailed Answer
Scoliosis treatment is most effective while the growth plates are open. Upper elementary age (10–12) is when the growth spurt begins in earnest, and starting treatment at this time allows the angle to be suppressed during the fastest-progressing period. Even if detection was somewhat late, there is plenty of room to intervene as long as the growth plates have not yet closed. Not starting at all is worse than starting late.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At Dongjedang, we assess an upper elementary child's current angle and remaining growth potential to establish a treatment plan that makes the most of the remaining growth period. We first present the realistic possibilities so that parents do not give up on treatment out of worry that it is too late.
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