The UnityPoint Health – Pediatric Therapy Center is now offering a specialized, non-surgical treatment option for children, adolescents and young adults diagnosed with scoliosis. It is the only facility offering this treatment in Dubuque.

The Physical Therapy Specific Scoliosis Exercises (PSSE) program provides an individualized, conservative approach that teaches patients how to actively understand, manage and correct their scoliotic posture. Finley’s Pediatric Therapy Center is the only provider in the region offering this specialized PSSE method.

PSSE combines cognitive training, sensory-motor education, kinesthetic awareness and postural retraining to empower patients to take an active role in their care.

“This approach helps young patients learn how to correct their posture in real time and apply those skills to their everyday activities,” said Erin Fransman, a physical therapist at the Pediatric Therapy Center. “By understanding how their body moves, they gain confidence and control over their condition.”

The PSSE method, based on the Rigo Concept, is designed to help prevent curve progression, improve posture and appearance, enhance breathing and respiratory function, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life. Research shows that, with consistent therapy, many patients can delay or avoid the need for surgical intervention.

For more information about PSSE therapy for scoliosis, contact the Pediatric Therapy Center at (563) 583-6977 or visit https://uph.link/PedsTherapy-DBQ.