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  • The WCR Brace
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      • Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis
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      • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
      • Switching to a WCR Brace
      • Adult Scoliosis Bracing
      • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
      • Treating Upper Thoracic Curves
    • Brace Articles
    • Patient Testimonials >
      • Grant's Testimonials
      • Paul's Testimonials
    • WCR Partner Testimonials
    • Grant's MS Thesis
    • Our Patients
    • Patients and Sports
    • Patients and Hobbies
    • Brace colors
    • Scoliosis Fashion
  • Locations
    • AC San Mateo, CA >
      • Inside AC SM
      • Advanced Techonolgy
      • Stanford Children's Health Partnership
      • Local Hotels
      • Contact Us
      • Team Members
      • Our Practitioners >
        • Grant Wood
        • Paul Burnette
        • Steve Baum
        • Miguel Bustamante
    • AC Green Bay, WI >
      • Inside Wisconsin
      • Patient Testimonials
      • Contact Us
      • Emery Maloney
    • AC The Woodlands, TX
  • Patient Resources
    • WCR Brace Clinics >
      • USA Clinics
      • China Clinics
      • Canada Clinics
    • WCR Certified Practitioners
    • Professional Contacts & References
    • Forms & Insurance
    • Clinical Photos and X-rays
    • Scoliosis Rehab PT, CA
    • Blog
  • Events
    • Brace Clinic Calendar
    • Past Events >
      • Advancements in Conservative Treatment of Scoliosis 2018 >
        • Award for Advancements in the Conservative Treatment of Scoliosis
      • Past USA WCR Clinics and Conferences
      • Advancements in Conservative Treatment Of Scoliosis 2017
      • Shanghai Clinic
      • AAOP Meetings
      • BSPTS Schroth PT Training
    • Past SOSORT Conferences >
      • SOSORT 2019 San Francisco
      • SOSORT2018 Dubrovnik/Croatia
      • SOSORT2017 Lyon/France
      • SOSORT2016 Canada
  • Services
    • Scoliosis & Spine Online Learning
    • Prosthetics
    • Orthotics >
      • Pediatric Orthotics
      • WalkAide
      • Cranial Remolding Band
  • Hope's Embrace® Undershirts
  • Wall Grids
  • WCR Brace Fitting Evaluation
  • For PTs/Orthotists
  • WCR Measurement Order Form
  • Masterclass Conferences
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  • Share your story

The Align Clinic Blog
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Spine Health: How to Keep Your Back Pain Free

1/21/2021

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Back pain is something that many people experience throughout their lives. However, the percentage of people being seriously affected by spinal disorders is steadily growing.

That’s not a surprise, given how many jobs put a lot of pressure on employees’ backs. One would think that jobs involving lifting heavy objects are the only dangerous ones, but that’s not the case. Stationary jobs where people stand or sit for a long time are equally dangerous.
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Whether your pain results from one of the disorders or an injury, you can take steps to relieve the pain.

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Dealing With Scoliosis - Exercises You Need To Avoid

1/13/2021

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Living with constant back pain can be exhausting. Unfortunately, back pain is one of the most common pains in the world. Discovering the source of back pain is crucial not only for finding the right treatment, but also for avoiding activities that can further damage your spine. 

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KAFO Brace 101 - All Basics Included

1/4/2021

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KAFO brace is a tool for helping with various types of movement instabilities. A wide range of conditions can cause them. As these orthoses play an essential role in helping an individual function naturally, we’ll closely examine them.

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Different Stages of Scoliosis - Mild, Moderate, and Severe

12/26/2020

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Scoliosis is a condition that affects millions of people around the globe. It involves the spine, causing it to have a certain level of curvature. Patients of all ages can experience scoliosis symptoms, and their severity will depend on the stage of scoliosis they have.

Given a wide range of symptoms, people can notice any spine irregularities early on, making it easier to treat the condition. This text will explore the classification of scoliosis, the different stages of scoliosis, and the available therapies and procedures.

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Dealing With Scoliosis - Tips for People Who Work From Home

12/17/2020

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With the ever-developing internet technology, many people have been enabled to work from home. These jobs usually include a lot of sitting in front of the computer or laptop. 
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According to the latest statistics, over 55% of businesses worldwide offer a form of work-from-home job. This means that millions of people worldwide spend most of their day sitting in their homes. 

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Spinal Curvature Disorders: Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis

11/18/2020

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Gentle curves are normal for a healthy spine. These curves help the spine not to get hurt from the movements we make. With spinal curvature disorders, these curves are exaggerated on certain spots on the spine and can cause many difficulties to the person who has them.

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Types of Orthoses: A Detailed Guide

11/10/2020

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There’s a wide range of health conditions that require the use of orthoses. No matter if we’re talking about children or adults, it’s important to stress that some of these orthotic devices have a big impact on people’s lives. ​

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Prosthetics and Orthotics: A Short Guide for Parents

10/18/2020

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For a child, living with physical challenges can be difficult. Their minds are not mature enough to comprehend the situation fully. Your job as a parent is to help them deal with their difficulty to the best of your abilities. Prosthetics and orthotics can improve a child’s life immensely.  ​

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5 Things to Know Before Visiting a Prosthetist

10/10/2020

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More than 80% of Americans research health-related topics online. Around 20% of people look up specific hospitals and doctors. Most people tend to do their homework when it comes to picking a doctor or a hospital. The same needs to be done for a prosthetist. 

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What are Your Scoliosis Rehab Options?

10/4/2020

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Scoliosis rehab is a process in which you pay special attention to reducing this condition’s symptoms. There are several types of rehabilitation options. Each of them is a viable one., However, picking the right method depends on your spine’s curvature degree.

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Align Clinic San Mateo, California:
700 S Claremont St
Suite #105
San Mateo, CA 94402 
Hours: 8:30-5:30 Monday - Friday
Phone: (650) 375-2231
Fax: (650) 627-4632

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445 Cardinal Lane
Suite #110
Green Bay, WI 54313
Hours: 8:30-5:30 Monday - Friday

Phone: (920) 940-5277
Fax: (844) 308-8462


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1001 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite #130
The Woodlands, TX  77380
Phone: (281) 419-1616
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