<![CDATA[scoliosis]]>Yes she not using the brace any more as her spine is stable. I would recommend Dr Kevin’s brace over the boston brace they recommend from NUH or KKH. It costs more than the boston brace which is subsidised by the gov but the results we got make it worth it.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/90316/scoliosisRSS for NodeSat, 25 Apr 2026 13:18:04 GMTWed, 06 Dec 2023 06:34:11 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:59:46 GMT]]>

han_cat79\" post_id=\"2123005\" time=\"1700541972\" user_id=\"161208:

I really recommend Dr. Kevin Lau – he's been here in Singapore for a good 20 years helping with scoliosis. We took our daughter to him in 2017, and her condition has gotten better. After the first round of treatment, we didn't need to go back since she was discharged once her bones were all grown up. She still does the exercises some times.
She no longer use brace? Niece uses one which very very expensive. Would like to know more pls.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2123118https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2123118Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:59:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:46:12 GMT]]>I really recommend Dr. Kevin Lau – he’s been here in Singapore for a good 20 years helping with scoliosis. We took our daughter to him in 2017, and her condition has gotten better. After the first round of treatment, we didn’t need to go back since she was discharged once her bones were all grown up. She still does the exercises some times.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2123005https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2123005Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:46:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Tue, 21 Nov 2023 01:51:37 GMT]]>

Williamt9889\" post_id=\"2032454\" time=\"1627794841\" user_id=\"194127:

Hi, my son 14yo diagnosed 37c on january. NUH doctor said no need put on brace, high chances need surgical, schedule MRI and 6 months review.
Below, i like to share my journey for this 6 months.
1. we visited kevin lau clinic. Spent $3500 for 3D brace (actually is cheneua brace), another $2500 for chiropractic treament for 3mths.
2. I chanting 地藏菩萨本愿经every 十吝日
3. We stop the kevin lau chiropractic treatment after 3mths.
4. We visit local TCM chiropractor for back bone adjustment (正骨).

After 6mths. X ray at NUH again. Curve result 27c,😃😃😃but forming another curve on upper left.
Our battle not end yet, still have long journey to go.
My posting just to share our journey, not to direct u follow my path.
My 2cents opinion. For kevin lau clinic, i will say is worth to try, especially the 3D brace (cheneua brace) most of the successful case are due to cheneua brace .
Praying/chanting also very important, but is have follow your own religion and believe.

6 months ago when i was pretty upset, totally feel hopeless. I read some article from here and found little hope here.
I promise myself, if we could get any improvement, i will post online our journey of treatment. Again, it just sharing....not SOP. Haha.

Thanks.
Thank you for updating us with your son progress. My dd also went to Dr Kevin and was a godsend as we were told only surgery was available. He is now discharged from the hospital (no surgery needed!) as he is matured and only does the exercises Dr Kevin Lau suggested. I understand not all cases the same but we pray you find a solution to your sons scoliosis.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2123002https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2123002Tue, 21 Nov 2023 01:51:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Sun, 27 Aug 2023 06:57:59 GMT]]>My daughter has scoliosis and we tried various exercises, we want to go to a rehabilitation center

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2117546https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2117546Sun, 27 Aug 2023 06:57:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Wed, 05 Apr 2023 01:40:46 GMT]]>For our teenage son, we decided to go to Ardmore Orthopaedic and was also recommended surgery as his case was severe. While the thought of major surgery scare us all, we also think it’s for the best. Hoping to share good news soon after his surgery.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2104238https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2104238Wed, 05 Apr 2023 01:40:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Thu, 30 Mar 2023 05:52:01 GMT]]>I took my son to kkh and took an x ray and his curve is 14 degrees. Considered mild. I dont know what to do… dr kevin lau or wait and see. I had surgery as a teen, and eversince becoming a mom, this has been my worry. How can i prevent this from getting worse.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2103384https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2103384Thu, 30 Mar 2023 05:52:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:56:42 GMT]]>As a parent, I want to share our experience with Dr Kevin Lau and ScolioLife. After reading a post on this forum 6 months ago, we decided to try his clinic. The staff very professional and well-trained, and the doctor very patient and explains everything clear. Most importantly, our teenage daughter’s scoliosis improved by 17 degrees after treatment.


Initially, we go HPB and their specialist, but her curve keep getting worse sia. With Dr. Kevin Lau’s guidance and hard work, we finally saw improvements. On his website and Facebook got so many good results.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2100275https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2100275Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:56:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Fri, 10 Dec 2021 21:35:29 GMT]]>

BigDady\" post_id=\"2050420\" time=\"1638499477\" user_id=\"196178:

Hi all. My teenage kid has just been diagnosed with severe scoliosis, initially of about 30+ deg and after half a year it is more than 40deg now. He has not been adjusting well to the hard and stiff boston brace made in KKH and used it just a few hours each time. Doc recommended surgery but I am really apprehensive of such an invasive surgery for my kid so young. Reading all the articles online does not reassure me especially with the numerous prolonged negative effects of such a major surgery. Lately, I also read about Chiropractics that could help with scoliosis and have three practitioners in mind after some research.
1) Dr Will (Precision Spine)
2) Dr Albert (All Well Scoliosis Centre)
3) Dr Kevin (ScolioLife)

Does anyone have any advice and actual experience to share with the aforementioned doctors in terms of the effectiveness, duration, and cost of treatment?
Suggest you join the scoliosis support group Singapore on Facebook for questions on surgery, etc. There is an upcoming online talk organised by the group on 12 Dec.

As for chiropractor, I don't think they work from what I heard from my colleague who has scoliosis and from what I read. Only works to reduce pain temporarily.

Please look into Schroft therapy and get a C2 certified therapist. This exercise is specially designed for scoliosis and has been around a long time. This will not reduce the curve but will improve appearance, posture and reduce pain if any. It builds the back muscle and also lung capacity. It has worked very well for my daughter.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2051368https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2051368Fri, 10 Dec 2021 21:35:29 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Fri, 03 Dec 2021 02:44:37 GMT]]>Hi all. My teenage kid has just been diagnosed with severe scoliosis, initially of about 30+ deg and after half a year it is more than 40deg now. He has not been adjusting well to the hard and stiff boston brace made in KKH and used it just a few hours each time. Doc recommended surgery but I am really apprehensive of such an invasive surgery for my kid so young. Reading all the articles online does not reassure me especially with the numerous prolonged negative effects of such a major surgery. Lately, I also read about Chiropractics that could help with scoliosis and have three practitioners in mind after some research.

1) Dr Will (Precision Spine)
2) Dr Albert (All Well Scoliosis Centre)
3) Dr Kevin (ScolioLife)

Does anyone have any advice and actual experience to share with the aforementioned doctors in terms of the effectiveness, duration, and cost of treatment?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2050420https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2050420Fri, 03 Dec 2021 02:44:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Fri, 06 Aug 2021 08:19:23 GMT]]>

supernikki\" post_id=\"2008633\" time=\"1608540306\" user_id=\"190233:

We just recently came back from our appointment with Dr Sean Ng about our son's scoliosis, and he told us that surgery is also an option for treatment. I'm just worried that my son's still too young for that kind of treatment. And shouldn't the recovery period be so long? I've watched some videos on YT on how the procedure will be like and just watching them is already painful for me.
Hi supernikki, any updates? May I also ask how was your overall experience with Dr Ng and his costs? We were also referred to him by a family friend. You can PM me. Thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2033389https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2033389Fri, 06 Aug 2021 08:19:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Sun, 01 Aug 2021 05:14:01 GMT]]>Hi, my son 14yo diagnosed 37c on january. NUH doctor said no need put on brace, high chances need surgical, schedule MRI and 6 months review.

Below, i like to share my journey for this 6 months.
1. we visited kevin lau clinic. Spent $3500 for 3D brace (actually is cheneua brace), another $2500 for chiropractic treament for 3mths.
2. I chanting 地藏菩萨本愿经every 十吝日
3. We stop the kevin lau chiropractic treatment after 3mths.
4. We visit local TCM chiropractor for back bone adjustment (正骨).

After 6mths. X ray at NUH again. Curve result 27c,😃😃😃but forming another curve on upper left.
Our battle not end yet, still have long journey to go.
My posting just to share our journey, not to direct u follow my path.
My 2cents opinion. For kevin lau clinic, i will say is worth to try, especially the 3D brace (cheneua brace) most of the successful case are due to cheneua brace .
Praying/chanting also very important, but is have follow your own religion and believe.

6 months ago when i was pretty upset, totally feel hopeless. I read some article from here and found little hope here.
I promise myself, if we could get any improvement, i will post online our journey of treatment. Again, it just sharing....not SOP. Haha.

Thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2032454https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2032454Sun, 01 Aug 2021 05:14:01 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:56:03 GMT]]>

ltim65\" post_id=\"2019853\" time=\"1617937417\" user_id=\"192323:

My DD was diagnosed with scoliosis in the school check up as was referred to HPB for the last 2 years. We have recently looked for a second opinion and found Dr Kevin Lau clinic which we are happy to report his scoliosis is improving. I dont know if its for everyone but it helped us after many years following specialist advice.https://scoliolife.com/en_SG/scoliosis-treatment/
can you share how long your DD has been with Dr Lau and how much you have spent so far? Thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2019860https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2019860Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:56:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:03:37 GMT]]>My DD was diagnosed with scoliosis in the school check up as was referred to HPB for the last 2 years. We have recently looked for a second opinion and found Dr Kevin Lau clinic which we are happy to report his scoliosis is improving. I dont know if its for everyone but it helped us after many years following specialist advice.https://scoliolife.com/en_SG/scoliosis-treatment/

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2019853https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2019853Fri, 09 Apr 2021 03:03:37 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:18:24 GMT]]>Anyone can advise which one is better? NUH (4th floor) at HPB or KKH? My gal was referred to see a specialist from HPB. As her condition was ok the last round 6mth back and dr commented to review 6mths regularly, it just took us by surprised her condition deteriorate so quickly.


HPB booked us immediately at NUH 4th floor. We didnt have time to decide or know where else we can bring her to. No time to digest as well. I couldnt find any reviews on both hospital so far but i know KKH only has appt in the morning which could be quite tough since we do not know how often she needs to go back for reviews.

Appreciate feedback, thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2018169https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2018169Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:18:24 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:15:38 GMT]]>What supplements do you give your child for scoliosis? Anybody heard of n-acetylcysteine (NAC)? Recently read an article that NAC can help to reduce scoliosis curves and thought if i should give my DD.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2016232https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2016232Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:15:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Tue, 01 Dec 2020 01:09:41 GMT]]>My girl has just diagnosed to have scoliosis. Is there physiotherapy at KKH to help? Can she run in school during PE lessons? What other exercises must she avoid during their school PE lessons? So worry for her condition to get worse. Now she is at 21 degree.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2006165https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2006165Tue, 01 Dec 2020 01:09:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:27:53 GMT]]>

shisan\" post_id=\"1983956\" time=\"1593930058\" user_id=\"145867:

I’m a product of scoliosis surgery. I had it in 1993 when I was 13. This was after wearing braces for a year. I wore braces 23 hours a dAy. I don’t know what’s the protocol now, and with my 2 kids being young, I’m mindful of their posture, diet and prayers that they do not get this from me. Any diet anyone can recommend to ‘prevent’ this from happening to my offspring?
Same here. I'm also a product of scoliosis surgery. Had the operation when I was around 12 or 13 years old. I had it every since I can remember when I was young.
Been through the Boston brace and the Milwaukee Brace. It was horrible hot when I had to wear to school for the Milwaukee Brace. The technology then wasn't that good and it left a long scar on my back so now I cant wear bare back clothes. I still feel slight effects of the operation.
I cant sleep flat on hard ground.
I cant lie face down.
When I was giving birth, the gynae told me i should not Opt for Epidural for child birth as an effect of my scoliosis operation. The anaesthesia if given may not flow properly down.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1993809https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1993809Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:27:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:38:48 GMT]]>Thanks fivefingers, She is wearing boston brace as asked by KKH. She hasn't go back for doctor review yet since July. We are very worried as she is starting to wear less hours these days. She wears it to school and sleep but she will remove them whenever she comes back from school and only put it back a few hours later. Sometimes she will remove middle of the night too. We have been telling her the importance of clocking the hours and have to wear it tight but she is also at the age now that she gets very stubborn. 😞 Exercises and stretches are even harder, don't think she is putting enough effort to do them. We are very frustrated as we do not want to push her to the edge where she shut off and refuse to wear/do but yet we have to keep reminding her its for her own good.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1993592https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1993592Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:38:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Sun, 02 Aug 2020 10:46:17 GMT]]>Hi natgoh, my 13 yo girl is in the same situation. She is at risser 0 and has not had menses yet, She was diagnosed last year and she started wearing her brace around Nov last yr. We also tried physiotherapy, specifically Schroth. When she first started bracing, her degree was only 22 on top and 26 bottom (S curve). Recent checkup at KKH showed that her degree has progressed to 32 for upper curve and 29 for lower curve. Honestly we are very sad about the result. She has been wearing almost 18 hours daily, except on days when she had PE. She also does the Schroth exercises 4 to 5x a week. At the advice of the therapist, we decided to change her brace as she grew around 5 cm and has "outgrown" her brace. The brace that we ordered this time is the Rigo Cheneau brace which is even more bulky than the previous brace. Now I made her wear it to sch everyday, even during PE days. She wears the uniqlo singlets underneath her brace. I pack an extra singlet for her in case the singlet gets wet… Although she has eczema, we are thankful that she did not have much flare-ups under the brace. When there are flare-ups, I apply aloe vera gel for her…It has been a very difficult journey for us all. But my girl understands that she needs to wear the brace for her own good.


Which brace did u order? My girl had no problem putting on the brace by herself and sleeping in it. The first few nights were tough but after that, she will find a comfy position and sleep through. We turn on the AC every nite for her to lessen the heat. The brace is definitely uncomfortable and my girl complains it is like 100 degree in her brace. There is resistance every now and then, like can I dont wear the brace to USS etc…But after the recent xray result, i kept on reminding her that the more hours she clock, the better the correction…let me know if u have any more queries, its a long journey for us all, lets jiayou together!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1988928https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1988928Sun, 02 Aug 2020 10:46:17 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Mon, 13 Jul 2020 01:59:07 GMT]]>Thank you jkids for your encouragement. We are currently waiting for the brace and don’t know what to expect. Do not know how DD will react when she sees the real thing and having to wear it for so many hours. She is at 31 degree now and her riser stage at 0 which is why we are so worried. She still has a long way and that causes us to be very worried. Is it very difficult to put on the brace and very uncomfortable? For now, we have to ask her to do the stretching exercises and sit properly. She just turns 13 and at an age where we have to deal with her as a teenager and not as a child and can get so difficult to manage at times. Trying not to nag/control too much and yet you know you need to.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1985443https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1985443Mon, 13 Jul 2020 01:59:07 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Sun, 05 Jul 2020 06:20:58 GMT]]>I’m a product of scoliosis surgery. I had it in 1993 when I was 13. This was after wearing braces for a year. I wore braces 23 hours a dAy. I don’t know what’s the protocol now, and with my 2 kids being young, I’m mindful of their posture, diet and prayers that they do not get this from me. Any diet anyone can recommend to ‘prevent’ this from happening to my offspring?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1983956https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1983956Sun, 05 Jul 2020 06:20:58 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Thu, 02 Jul 2020 06:15:55 GMT]]>she reached her maturity stage very fast in 6 mths time after menses came. should be stage 5 i think. if only her menses came earlier, her curve might not have worsen so much. sad to think about it.


the last i saw the doc mths ago, partially fused at the upper part only. not sure if tat will change or not , depennding on her curve progressing.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1983342https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1983342Thu, 02 Jul 2020 06:15:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to scoliosis on Thu, 02 Jul 2020 06:15:50 GMT]]>she reached her maturity stage very fast in 6 mths time after menses came. should be stage 5 i think. if only her menses came earlier, her curve might not have worsen so much. sad to think about it.


the last i saw the doc mths ago, partially fused at the upper part only. not sure if tat will change or not , depennding on her curve progressing.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1983341https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1983341Thu, 02 Jul 2020 06:15:50 GMT