Dr. Arthur Copes is the founder and CEO of Baton Rouge's Bio Wellness Center. He is a medical practitioner with over forty years of experience and has practiced with multiple organizations and facilities before starting his facility. Dr. Arthur Copes is also recognized as an expert in scoliosis and has written and spoken widely on this condition.

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine, starting at the upper spine to the lower back, and this curve is usually a C- or an S- shape. Scoliosis cannot be traced to a specific cause, but the general belief is that genetics and environmental factors have a part to play. The treatment for scoliosis is decided by the degree of curvature and location of the curve in the affected spine. Bracing, exercises/physical therapy, and, in many cases, surgery is the most common treatments.

1. Bracing

Wearing a torso brace, which is usually made of plastic, can help prevent the curve from worsening. It helps to keep the curve from becoming so severe that surgery is required. Although bracing is most commonly used on children, braces are occasionally prescribed for adults to help with the pain. The effectiveness of these braces is primarily determined by their design and the number of times they are worn.

2. Physical Therapy

It has been proven in several medical cases that the implementation of specific exercises tailored specifically for people with scoliosis helps prevent the growth of the curve. These exercises aim to realign the shoulders, rib cages, and spine to the normal posture.

3. Surgery

Medical professionals usually recommend surgeries performed by surgeons specializing in spine surgery for patients whose curves have a higher chance of growing. While permanent straightening of the scoliosis-affected spine is unachievable, surgery aims to make as many significant changes as possible.