FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
These answers have been concluded from my experience with the Cheneau Rigo brace, therefore they are my perceptions and beliefs. As a result, it is important to also consult you MD (medical doctor), PT (physical therapist) and orthotist with any scoliosis questions.
What is a Cheneau Rigo brace is a scoliosis brace that is based on the original theories of Dr Cheneau, however Dr Rigo furthered the designs by combining his new scoliosis classification types.
The Cheneau Rigo brace is a thermoplastic scoliosis brace modeled on a hyper-corrected positive plaster cast of the patient. This is a 3-dimensional correctional brace which has significant pressure and expansion areas built into the brace, which provides correction in all three anatomical planes. It should follow the general correction principle as was written by Dubousset: “ detorsion and sagittal plane normalisation, which would effect correction of the coronal and transversal planes, resulting in some elongation of the spine, without any significant distraction force”. The WCR brace brace utilizes both X-rays and clinical photos of the patient to determine curve type and brace design.
Is the Cheneau Rigo brace a night time or day time brace? It is both, a full-time brace and usually worn 22 to 23 hours/ day (off 1 hour for bathing, changing clothes etc) It could be used as a night time brace only if indicated by your MD, however it is most often used as a full-time brace.
Do you need a prescription for scoliosis braces (Cheneau Rigo , WCR and other TLSO braces)? Yes, a prescription by an MD is required to have a brace fit and delivered to a scoliosis patient.
Do insurance companies cover the Cheneau Rigo brace? Presently, there is not an insurance approved code specifically for these braces, therefore the claim could be totally denied or only partially reimbursed. The patient could try to get reimbursement from their insurance company subsequently to delivery of the brace, however you would have to call your insurance company and let them determine what the policy states.
Is a plaster mold required? A mold is required to capture the patients exact body shape.
Is the scoliosis brace (Cheneau Rigo brace) uncomfortable? Once the patient has completed the 7 day break in period, the brace is normally comfortable for the patient. Most patients do well and tolerate the brace. My experience has been that these braces are more comfortable compared with other braces. This is because the pressures points are located in such a way, that it places the body where it should be, as a result, the patient is usually more comfortable in the brace, compared with not wearing the brace.
Is the Cheneau Rigo brace heavy? No, it is fabricated in a thin 3mm thermoplastic, called polypropylene, which is light weight.
Is the brace hard? Yes it is, however the pressure and expansion zones of the brace allow for bony prominences and soft tissues, therefore the patient normally tolerates the brace well. These are classified as semi-rigid TLSO braces (not hard braces).
Can you notice the brace under the patient's clothes? This depends on how tight or loose the patient's clothes fit. Normally, the brace is unnoticeable from the front view, however it may be noticed in the back view. Some curve types require different expansion areas and locations that could be more noticeable compared with other curve types which may require a less noticeable brace design.
What type of braces do you make/ provide? I have fabricated, fit and delivered many types of braces, including many Boston braces, Charleston Bending Braces (CBB), Providence Braces, Milwaukee braces, Malaga Braces, Lyones Braces, Cheneau Braces, Wood Cheneau Rigo (WCR) as well as other scoliosis braces. However, I have been trained for over 18 years by Dr Cheneau and Dr Rigo in their braces.
How often does the brace need to be adjusted? Some brace adjustments are not uncommon, but are normally worked out and the areas of previous discomfort or rubbing are tolerated by patients. Most adjustments if needed, occur during the first weeks or a month after delivery of the brace.
Are follow-up appointment required? Yes, follow-up X-rays and visits are needed to evaluate fit, function and correction.
Is physical therapy recommended with the brace? The Schroth method of therapy and BSPTS Barcelona Scoliosis PT school, are recommended with the WCR brace (Wood Cheneau Rigo). The Schroth therapy must be provided by a Schroth certified physical therapist (PT).
Why does the Cheneau Rigo brace function well with Schroth Therapy ? These braces have very large expansion chambers and windows built into the brace which allows a dynamic correction of the scoliotic deformities, furthermore the therapy teaches the patient how to optimize breathing and body movements to function with these expansion and pressure areas .
How long will the brace last prior to needing a new brace? These scoliosis braces normally last 12 to 16 months prior to needing a new one. This depends on how quickly the patient grows, primarily in height, and secondary in weight.
Do the Cheneau Rigo brace correct scoliosis? There are studies completed that have demonstrated that the Rigo brace and Cheneau brace both improve and stabilize the deformity, Hopt and Heine, Cauzac et al, Weiss, HR., Landauer, F., Rigo, M., Wood, G, Kotwick and Gallo, D,. Wood, G,. and Dallmayer, R,.
It is strongly recommended that patients verify the above process of authentication for a RSC® brace with any medical professional with whom they consult.
What is a Cheneau Rigo brace is a scoliosis brace that is based on the original theories of Dr Cheneau, however Dr Rigo furthered the designs by combining his new scoliosis classification types.
The Cheneau Rigo brace is a thermoplastic scoliosis brace modeled on a hyper-corrected positive plaster cast of the patient. This is a 3-dimensional correctional brace which has significant pressure and expansion areas built into the brace, which provides correction in all three anatomical planes. It should follow the general correction principle as was written by Dubousset: “ detorsion and sagittal plane normalisation, which would effect correction of the coronal and transversal planes, resulting in some elongation of the spine, without any significant distraction force”. The WCR brace brace utilizes both X-rays and clinical photos of the patient to determine curve type and brace design.
Is the Cheneau Rigo brace a night time or day time brace? It is both, a full-time brace and usually worn 22 to 23 hours/ day (off 1 hour for bathing, changing clothes etc) It could be used as a night time brace only if indicated by your MD, however it is most often used as a full-time brace.
Do you need a prescription for scoliosis braces (Cheneau Rigo , WCR and other TLSO braces)? Yes, a prescription by an MD is required to have a brace fit and delivered to a scoliosis patient.
Do insurance companies cover the Cheneau Rigo brace? Presently, there is not an insurance approved code specifically for these braces, therefore the claim could be totally denied or only partially reimbursed. The patient could try to get reimbursement from their insurance company subsequently to delivery of the brace, however you would have to call your insurance company and let them determine what the policy states.
Is a plaster mold required? A mold is required to capture the patients exact body shape.
Is the scoliosis brace (Cheneau Rigo brace) uncomfortable? Once the patient has completed the 7 day break in period, the brace is normally comfortable for the patient. Most patients do well and tolerate the brace. My experience has been that these braces are more comfortable compared with other braces. This is because the pressures points are located in such a way, that it places the body where it should be, as a result, the patient is usually more comfortable in the brace, compared with not wearing the brace.
Is the Cheneau Rigo brace heavy? No, it is fabricated in a thin 3mm thermoplastic, called polypropylene, which is light weight.
Is the brace hard? Yes it is, however the pressure and expansion zones of the brace allow for bony prominences and soft tissues, therefore the patient normally tolerates the brace well. These are classified as semi-rigid TLSO braces (not hard braces).
Can you notice the brace under the patient's clothes? This depends on how tight or loose the patient's clothes fit. Normally, the brace is unnoticeable from the front view, however it may be noticed in the back view. Some curve types require different expansion areas and locations that could be more noticeable compared with other curve types which may require a less noticeable brace design.
What type of braces do you make/ provide? I have fabricated, fit and delivered many types of braces, including many Boston braces, Charleston Bending Braces (CBB), Providence Braces, Milwaukee braces, Malaga Braces, Lyones Braces, Cheneau Braces, Wood Cheneau Rigo (WCR) as well as other scoliosis braces. However, I have been trained for over 18 years by Dr Cheneau and Dr Rigo in their braces.
How often does the brace need to be adjusted? Some brace adjustments are not uncommon, but are normally worked out and the areas of previous discomfort or rubbing are tolerated by patients. Most adjustments if needed, occur during the first weeks or a month after delivery of the brace.
Are follow-up appointment required? Yes, follow-up X-rays and visits are needed to evaluate fit, function and correction.
Is physical therapy recommended with the brace? The Schroth method of therapy and BSPTS Barcelona Scoliosis PT school, are recommended with the WCR brace (Wood Cheneau Rigo). The Schroth therapy must be provided by a Schroth certified physical therapist (PT).
Why does the Cheneau Rigo brace function well with Schroth Therapy ? These braces have very large expansion chambers and windows built into the brace which allows a dynamic correction of the scoliotic deformities, furthermore the therapy teaches the patient how to optimize breathing and body movements to function with these expansion and pressure areas .
How long will the brace last prior to needing a new brace? These scoliosis braces normally last 12 to 16 months prior to needing a new one. This depends on how quickly the patient grows, primarily in height, and secondary in weight.
Do the Cheneau Rigo brace correct scoliosis? There are studies completed that have demonstrated that the Rigo brace and Cheneau brace both improve and stabilize the deformity, Hopt and Heine, Cauzac et al, Weiss, HR., Landauer, F., Rigo, M., Wood, G, Kotwick and Gallo, D,. Wood, G,. and Dallmayer, R,.
It is strongly recommended that patients verify the above process of authentication for a RSC® brace with any medical professional with whom they consult.
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