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Posted By on 22 Jun 2009 09:14 PM
I'm 53 and have a 55 degree curve. I've been looking into the Clear Institute, but have not decided yet. It's interesting to hear your story. I'm from WI and the Dr. here does a two week program with going all day long for treatments. When did you do this? Tell me anything else that you think is important. I've also heard stories of no success. You said you need to do exercises. How often and how long do you do them? thanks,

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abner

Basic Member

25 Mar 2011 05:47 AM
hello my name is Abner and I have 21 years of age. I have a problem of scoliosis since i was 15 years old. A specialist recommended I wear a brace for 2 years. I use it but I had no improvement, the specialist told me there was nothing more to do then I felt very sad and stop making attempts until I found the information of CLEAR Institute and was wondering if maybe there would be a last chance. I wonder if there is anything I can do to correct my spine. The curvature of my spine is 19 °. I live in Mexico and if there was anything I could do I would like someone to inform me about it and if I could attend one of the clinics, which would be the closest to Mexico. Thanks for your understanding.

Gayle in Belleville, Pa.

Basic Member

29 Aug 2009 03:32 PM
I just finished a 2 week intensive program at the Lancaster Spinal Clinic. I am 45 years old and had 3 curves totaling 60 degrees. I got rid of 19 degrees and a lot of neck and back pain. Now I have hope as I continue my home program. It feels good to know that you are not alone. Scoliosis can feel like a very isolating condition.

artgirl

Basic Member

05 Aug 2009 03:12 AM
i would like to hear from someone that has been through the program and is now on the maintenance program. how long did it take and what is the degree of the spine now. are you pain free?

spinecorrectioncenter

Basic Member

01 Aug 2009 04:10 PM
There is a high likely hood that something can be done for your son. The CLEAR method has worked successfully for patients with much higher COBB angles than your son has. With average reduction in the 30-50% range. Because your son is relatively young, his spine probably still remains flexable which should allow the treatment to be more effective. Your best bet is to undergo an initial evaluation which will provide an indepth analysis of his individual scoliosis and allow you and your doctor to establish reasonable goals of treatment. If you would like to speak with a doctor personally, please contact CLEAR and they will have a doctor contact you to discuss the specifics of your son's case. Or if you are comfortable, we can dialogue here on the message board or via email. Dr. Michael Farrell

sylviehottie

Basic Member

01 Aug 2009 02:23 AM
hi my son is almost 19 years,and the curvature is 65 degrees, would this treat ment work for him our doctor is saying the only treatment is surgery what do you say,please

SusanZ

Basic Member

30 Jul 2009 01:14 AM
I am a 52 year old female who completed the two week intensive care program with Dr. Clayton Stitzel in Pennsylvania last Friday. My thoracic curve went from 68 degrees to 44 degrees. My lumbar curve also improved significantly. I am about an inch taller and my breathing is much improved. The program was $5000, and it was worth every cent. It was truly intensive! I did purchase the chair. It was $3800; I am using it twice a day and doing my other exercises faithfully. My husband says he believes I am continuing to improve. There were several middle-aged and older patients at the clinic who were benefitting from the treatments. I highly recommend the CLEAR method.

ldfiel

New Member

29 Jul 2009 07:45 AM
Hi - I'm a 69 year old male with lumbar scoliosis - my Cobb angle is about 50 deg. I'm considering Clear procedure with a chiro. in San Jose, CA area. What has been your experience with the follow-up exercises? Did you buy the "chair", and do you use it daily? What did it cost? What did the treatments cost? Do you know anyone else in our age bracket that has been through the treatment? Larry ldfiel@gmail.com

artgirl

Basic Member

23 Jul 2009 02:34 AM
i also have a 51 degree curve, after my first treatment i had a 11 degree difference. i have to say it is a lot of work, 3hrs a day including the traction chair. i still have back pain from the exercises. hoping it will lesson in time. i will be going back this month for my second treatment.

dovoranydoc

Basic Member

10 Jul 2009 10:48 PM
Mydella, Yes, there are some cases that don't respond but they are rare. As far as home exercises each patient is given a customized exercise program to help maintain the changes and usually takes about 1/2 hour twice a day. In some cases depending on size of curve and progression rate an STC scoliosis traction chair may be recommended for home use as well. DR Dovorany

mydella

Basic Member

23 Jun 2009 03:14 AM
I'm 53 and have a 55 degree curve. I've been looking into the Clear Institute, but have not decided yet. It's interesting to hear your story. I'm from WI and the Dr. here does a two week program with going all day long for treatments. When did you do this? Tell me anything else that you think is important. I've also heard stories of no success. You said you need to do exercises. How often and how long do you do them? thanks,

bettyj23@enter.net

Basic Member

14 May 2009 11:24 PM
:)Hello I am 69 years young and was given an opportunity to participate in a 14 week treatment schedule. At the end of this time I have experienced a 13 degree correction and am SO very happy. The personnel are kind, helpful, supportive, and fun. I continue my exercises at home and look forward to a re-check in Sepatember 09. Thank you Lancanster Spinal Health Center, you are and have been a blessing to me. Betty Frederickson. PA :)

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