Postural Therapy SEAS

SEAS is an acronym for "Scientific Exercises Approach to Scoliosis". This is a conservative method for treatment of Scoliosis developed by ISICO (Istituto Scientifico Italiano Colonna Vertebrale, or Italian Spine Scientific Institute). The principles of SEAS are based on active self-correction that is taught individually to each single patient, and then associated with stabilizing exercises that include neuromotor control, proprioceptive training and balance. 

AIM - The aim with SEAS exercises is to avoid or at least postpone bracing, and to arrive at the end of growth with a presumably stable curvature. When a brace has already been prescribed, exercises are mandatory in order to avoid all side effects of bracing, to increase its function, and to allow the spine to be stable during the weaning period and when the brace is abandoned. For adults, the AIM is to control the progression of the curve by integrating active self correction in functional activities.

Advantages of SEAS method:
1) No additional equipment needed for HEP(home exercise program).
2) The exercises need to be performed 15 minutes every day or 45 minutes two-three times a week.
3) The exercises are incorporated into daily living activities. SEAS approach is also characterized by a cognitive-behavioural approach towards the patient and his family to maximize compliance to treatment