Chicago Shriners appointment

[Guest guest]

Good morning,

My husband and I are taking to Chicago Shriners for a check-up tomorrow. He's been wearing his brace for 4 months now.

I was excited to think we'll get to see x-rays to see how he's doing, but the nurse told me yesterday that it's just a clinical check...no x-rays. I know I should be happy that he's not getting exposed to more radiation than necessary, but I just really want to see what's going on inside there! He wore a night-time only brace for a year and his scoliosis progressed. I want to know that this full-time brace is worth it. After 4 months, I think his back looks better. I know it looks different, and the brace fits differently and needs adjustment. I'm just afraid I'm being overly optimistic in thinking it looks better. I know braces are not expected to correct the curves, but I can't help but think it looks better. I guess I just wanted confirmation now rather than hoping for 4 more months only to be crushed with bad news later. I think I've been holding my

breath all this time.

Anyway, I was just curious if anyone else will be at Chicago Shriners tomorrow? Our appointment is at 1:45. I would love to meet anyone else from this group!

Sorry for the rambling sidetrack.

's mom (6 years old, 36* and 28*)