Brigette Bowler D.C. Bio & Kathryn Conlen BA, MT, CST Bio
Objective: To describe a successful interdisciplinary approach in the case of a patient with Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis, craniosynostosis, and Chiari I malformation.
Clinical Features: Patient was a 4 year old male with previous diagnosis of right craniosynostosis, mild Chiari malformation and scoliosis. Examination and radiographs confirmed a 25 degree scoliosis.
Intervention: The patient received regular interdisciplinary structural care for his growing body involving Craniosacral Therapy, Raindrop Therapy™, and regular visits for chiropractic adjustments and educational office visits. The interdisciplinary approach using Hole-in-One Chiropractic, Cranial Orthodontia, Craniosacral Therapy and Raindrop Technique™ resulted in resolution of the medical diagnosis for craniosynostosis and Chiari malformation and a reduction in the curvature of the juvenile idiopathic scoliosis by the age of 10.
Conclusions: This case study demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach as a practice model for an overall cost effective approach for idiopathic juvenile scoliosis as well as craniosynostosis and/or chiari malformation. More research is warranted in this area.
Keywords: Juvenile idiopathic scoliosis, subluxation, Chiari malformation, craniosynotosis, interdisciplinary approach, chiropractic, craniosacral therapy, cranial orthodontia, raindrop therapy
Dr. Troy M. Dreiling
Zenaptic Chiropractic a “Maximized Living Health Center”
3021 NE 72nd Drive #15
Vancouver, WA 98661
Voice 360-260-6903
Fax 360-260-4849
www.TheVancouverChiropractor.com
