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Milwaukee brace today.

Toru Maruyama1, Katsushi Takeshita, Tomoaki Kitagawa

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Saitama Medical University. tmaruyama17@yahoo.co.jp

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Summary

The Milwaukee brace, when used part-time with physical therapy, is an effective treatment for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. This approach offers better outcomes than natural history, making it a viable option today.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Spinal Surgery
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a complex spinal deformity.
  • The Milwaukee brace has historically been a primary treatment for AIS.
  • Concerns exist regarding patient compliance and psychological impact of brace treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and psychological effects of the Milwaukee brace for AIS.
  • To determine the current clinical relevance of the Milwaukee brace.
  • To review existing literature on Milwaukee brace treatment protocols.

Main Methods:

  • Bibliographic search conducted on PubMed and Medline databases.
  • Keywords used: 'scoliosis' and 'brace'.
  • Literature review focused on treatment efficacy and patient experience.

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Main Results:

  • A 23-hour wearing protocol for the Milwaukee brace showed high effectiveness for AIS.
  • Patient adherence to a 23-hour protocol is challenging; compliance often falls below prescribed durations.
  • Part-time use of the Milwaukee brace, combined with physical therapy, yielded superior results compared to the natural progression of scoliosis.

Conclusions:

  • Part-time wear of the Milwaukee brace is a viable treatment option for idiopathic scoliosis.
  • The brace is particularly suitable for patients with thoracic or double curve patterns.
  • The Milwaukee brace can remain a relevant treatment modality for specific AIS cases.