Gillette Stories

How Physical Therapy and PSSE Can Change Life with Scoliosis

Gillette Children’s is proud to offer physical therapy scoliosis specific exercise, PSSE, to help patients reduce the symptoms of scoliosis—which is a curvature of the spine. A Gillette patient is grateful to two Gillette physical therapists for helping her strengthen her spine and inspiring her career path.

Answering Common Questions About Scoliosis Bracing for Kids and Teens

From fashion advice to practical tips for skin irritation, we answer the common questions kids and teens have about wearing scoliosis bracing.

Gillette Press Celebrates Launch of New Healthcare Series

What Does the Future Look Like for Nighttime Bracing? 

An alternative option is a nighttime brace, which is a brace worn only at night that may be effective for some adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Nighttime bracing as a treatment option could help reduce daily difficulties for these adolescents and their families. 

Spine Surgery Day for Owen

It was a day everyone knew was coming. After months of planning, it was time for 13-year-old Owen Earl to have spinal fusion surgery with Gillette orthopedic surgeon, Tenner Guillaume, MD. Follow Owen and his family on surgery day and learn how the expert spine team at Gillette makes a difference for children who need scoliosis care.

How to Style Your Outfits with A Scoliosis Brace

The best part about our orthopedic specialists and the spinal braces created is the fact that they are completely custom. From molding the brace to fit the spine to custom patterns, we want kids to be able to incorporate it into their daily outfits as much as possible.

Experience and Expertise Makes a Difference in Gillette Scoliosis Care

A diagnosis of scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, can be upsetting for a family but Gillette pediatric orthopedic surgeon, Dan Miller, MD, wants to provide reassurance. “Most people who have scoliosis don’t necessarily need treatment. It’s important to see a medical professional so you can monitor and watch the condition to make sure that it doesn’t get to the point where it would adversely affect someone’s life,” Miller says.

Kyra Condie Reaches New Heights Following Spinal Fusion

Kyra Condie was one of 4 athletes from the US to compete in Sport Climbing’s debut at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. This story was originally published in 2021, just before the rescheduled games were held. We continue to cheer Kyra on and celebrate her many achievements.