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Q: To whom it may concern,
Hello, my name is Jenna Lombardo and I am an employee of Union Orthotics and Prosthetics in Pittsburgh, PA. I was wondering if you would be able to send our company a few brochures on the Charleston Bending Brace that we would be able to hand out to our patients that are receiving their first brace and have questions about the appearence, functionality, etc. of the brace. Although our practitioner is able to answer their questions, we would like to have a pamphlet that the patient is able to take home with him/her. Thank you very much in advance.
Mailing address:
Union Orthotics and Prosthetics
4326 Northern Pike, Suite 101
Monroeville, PA 15146
A: Jenna we do have a link on this site that you can download the brochure. Please let me know if you need furthur assistance.
Thank you in advance,
Jessica Hooper
Carolina Orthotics and Prosthetics
843-577-9577
Q: Our 9 year old daughter, Jenna, was just diagnosed with scoliosis. She has a right thoracic 30 degree single curve. Based on her personality, we know a Boston 18-23 hour per day brace won't work for her. Who in the Boston area is an expert in the Charleston (or Providence) bracing methods? Thank you.
A: Mr. Sweeten, thank you for your question regarding the Charleston Bending Brace. Please be advised that
The orthotist and doctors at Boston Childrens Hospital are very well experienced with all aspects of Scoliosis bracing. They are trained in both the Charleston, Boston, and Providence Brace systems.
C. Ralph Hooper, Jr., CPO
Charleston Bending Brace
(843) 577-9577
Q: Hi.
I have b.s in orthosese& prostheses.Plz send for me the newest article about scoliosis braces.
Thanks .
A: Thank you for your question about the Charleston Bending Brace. Please go to our web site and you will find the information about the recent publications and research papers.
Q: Was wondering if there are currently any other courses for the training other then the upcoming AOPA course in September. Would be interested in other times and locations for this year.
A: Mr. Wentz,
Thank you for the interest in the Charleston Bending Brace. We are in the process of planning a course for later this year due to the demand. I will be in touch with you as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you in advance
Q: What are the benefits of a Charleston Bending Brace?
A: The main benefit of the Charleston Brace is that you do not have to wear the brace during the daytime, only when you are in bed and asleep.
Q: When do you wear a Charleston Bending Brace?
A: At night for approximately 24 months.
Q: I am 41 years old and have scoliosis. Will this brace help me?
A: No, the Charleston Bending Brace is not designed for adult scoliosis. If you are having pain you should see your orthopedic doctor.
Q: How do I get a Charleston Bending Brace?
A: Usually by obtaining a referral from your orthopedic doctor to an orthotist who has been trained in the use of the Charleston Bending Brace.
Q: Is bracing like this indicated/effective in the treatment of juvenile kyphosis? (Scheurman's variety in a 14 year old male)
A: The Charleston Bending Brace is designed for the treatment of scoliosis and not kyphosis. The most effective brace for the treatment of kyphosis that we know of is the Milwaukee Brace.
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