Scoliosis and Kyphosis Rehabilitation
Improve posture and/or curvature of the spine with Burke’s outpatient Scoliosis Rehabilitation, offered at several convenient locations in the New York Metro Area. Our specialized therapists use Physiotherapy Scoliosis Specific Exercise to tailor treatment specifically to you or your loved one, including your child or teenager.
Physiotherapy Scoliosis Specific Exercise (PSSE)
PSSE utilizes tailored exercises to help strengthen a curved spine. This treatment can help patients of all ages experiencing:
- Scoliosis - an abnormal curvature of the spine that may look like the letter “C” or “S” when viewed from the back. It can be present at birth or develop during childhood or as an adult.
- Kyphosis - a rounding in the upper trunk and shoulders that can compress the spine and ribs. When it occurs in children, it’s known as Scheuermann’s Disease.
Benefits of Scoliosis Rehabilitation
Receiving physical therapy that utilizes PSSE can help to:
- Improve posture
- Stop the progression of the curve
- Improve breathing
- Reduce pain
- Prevent surgery
- Achieve optimal spinal alignment, regardless of the degree of curvature
- Improve quality of life
What to Expect
Work with our highly trained, certified PSSE practitioners, who are well-versed in caring for people of all ages. Your custom treatment may include:
- Specific breathing exercises
- Muscle strengthening exercises to improve body symmetry
- Lengthening the spine
- Using equipment such as stall bars and rice bags to help reshape the curve
- Visual feedback to maintain proper positioning
- At-home exercises
Locations
Find a location near you.
