Scoliosis affects close to ten percent of the population. Although only one percent will require surgery, the other nine percent can benefit from advances in non-surgical treatment. The Orthopedic community continues to advocate a “wait and see” approach to smaller curvatures despite current research which recommends earlier intervention. Neurological imaging and functional testing can identify which children have an increase risk of progression. New bracing systems are now replacing the cumbersome Boston and Charleston rigid braces. This allows physicians to recommend earlier brace treatments. One such flexible brace called Spinecor(TM) is completely concealable underneath clothes and allows for full freedom of movement. The new brace uses muscle forces to reduce the severity of the spinal curvature, while preserving muscle tone and function. This also makes adult treatment possible. Until now, adults were told there was nothing that could be done about their spinal curvature. Drs. Gary Deutchman and Marc Lamantia of Scoliosis Systems of Chiropractic LLP, in New York City, developed adult protocols that are being taught to physicians around the world. If you or your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, please call their offices to see if they can help.