In developed countries, the average birth weight of a full-term newborn is approximately 3.4 kg (71â2 lb), and is typically in the range of 2.7â4.6 kg (6.0â10.1 lb).
The Thoraco-Lumbo-Sacral Orthosis (TLSO), also called a Boston Brace, is the most common variety of scoliosis brace. It is used to treat curves in the lumbar or thoraco-lumbar spine. The brace is custom-molded from plastic to fit the childâs body.
Treatment is not required in about 90% of cases of scoliosis because the condition corrects itself as the child grows. Most of the remaining 10% of cases can be successfully treated using a back brace to prevent further curvature. Approximately 3 out of every 1,000 children with scoliosis will need surgical treatment.