Certified ScoliBrace Provider · Charlotte, NC

ScoliBrace in Charlotte — Fitted by a Published Scoliosis Researcher

At Clear Life Scoliosis and Chiropractic Center, ScoliBrace is not a standalone brace fitting. It is one component of a multimodal CLEAR protocol, prescribed and monitored by Dr. Justin Dick — the only ScoliBrace provider in Charlotte with seven peer-reviewed publications indexed in PubMed.

ScoliBrace is available from more than one clinic in Charlotte. What differs is the clinical infrastructure behind the prescription. Dr. Dick holds a CLEAR Scoliosis Institute Fellowship and Board of Directors seat, ISICO World Masters credentials, SOSORT Provisional Membership, and dual imaging credentials as a CNMT and ARRT(N)(CT) — meaning he reads the radiographs that drive the brace design, not a report someone else generated.

If you are researching ScoliBrace providers in Charlotte, this page explains what the process looks like here, what distinguishes our approach, and how to get evaluated.

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What Is ScoliBrace — and How Is It Different from a Standard Brace?

ScoliBrace is a custom 3D scoliosis orthosis developed in Australia and used by certified providers worldwide. The design logic differs from a traditional Boston brace. Rather than applying symmetric pressure to contain a curve, ScoliBrace places the torso in a mirror-image over-corrected position using spinal coupling mechanics. It addresses both the coronal curve and axial rotation — not just the side-to-side bend.

Every brace is fabricated individually from the patient's own data: weight-bearing radiographs, Cobb angle measurement, curve classification, and a full 3D surface scan. There is no standard sizing. The brace for a 14-year-old with a right thoracic curve and the brace for a 40-year-old with a degenerative lumbar curve share nothing except the brand name.

ScoliBrace is generally indicated for curves between 25° and 60° Cobb angle. It is available for children, adolescents, and adults. Candidacy is determined clinically — not by a product checklist.

For a technical comparison of ScoliBrace versus the Boston brace, see our full ScoliBrace definition page. For context on how bracing fits into conservative scoliosis care, see Bracing for Scoliosis.

How ScoliBrace Works at Clear Life — Step by Step

This is where a research-integrated bracing program differs from a product sale. Every step below reflects a clinical decision — not a protocol pulled from a manufacturer brochure.

  1. Full Structural Evaluation with Weight-Bearing Radiographs
    Before any brace discussion, we obtain and review weight-bearing radiographs to measure your Cobb angle, assess coronal and sagittal balance, identify curve type, and determine progression risk. Dr. Dick holds dual imaging credentials — CNMT and ARRT(N)(CT) — and reads radiographs as a scoliosis specialist, not a general practitioner reviewing someone else's report. Learn more about scoliosis measurement.
  2. Candidacy Determination — Is ScoliBrace Right for You?
    Not every scoliosis patient needs a brace. Not every brace patient needs ScoliBrace. Candidacy depends on curve magnitude, flexibility, skeletal maturity, curve type, and treatment goals. We use SOSORT guidelines — the internationally recognized framework Dr. Dick is credentialed through — to guide this decision. If ScoliBrace is not indicated, we say so and explain why. Common questions about scoliosis treatment.
  3. 3D Scan and Brace Design
    Approved candidates undergo a full 3D body surface scan combined with radiographic measurements to generate the brace design file. The over-corrective position is specific to your curve pattern — thoracic, thoracolumbar, lumbar, or double curve — and your imaging data. No templates.
  4. Integration with the CLEAR Multimodal Protocol
    ScoliBrace works most effectively when the neuromuscular system is being simultaneously retrained. We integrate brace wear with the CLEAR Institute protocol — whole body vibration, mirror image traction, and neuromuscular re-education — to reinforce the corrective position the brace establishes. The brace and the active protocol are designed to work together. See the full CLEAR scoliosis program.
  5. Radiographic Progress Checks and Brace Adjustments
    Scoliosis bracing is not set-and-forget. Growth, compliance, and curve response all affect the protocol over time. We schedule radiographic progress checks to track Cobb angle changes and adjust the treatment plan based on imaging data, not subjective impression. See the research behind our approach.

ScoliBrace at Clear Life vs. Other Charlotte Providers

ScoliBrace certification means a clinician has completed the required training to fit the brace. It does not specify what happens around the brace — the evaluation protocol, the imaging standard, or the active treatment integrated with brace wear. The table below reflects publicly verifiable credentials as of 2026.

Feature Clear Life Scoliosis Other Local ScoliBrace Providers
ScoliBrace Certification ✓ Certified Provider Varies by clinic
PubMed-Indexed Research ✓ 7 Publications None confirmed
CLEAR Institute Fellowship ✓ Fellow + Board Member Not held
ISICO World Masters ✓ Not held
SOSORT Membership ✓ Provisional Member Not confirmed
Dual Radiographic Imaging Credentials (CNMT / RT(CT/N)) ✓ Not held
Full CLEAR Multimodal Protocol Integration ✓ Brace-only or limited
SpineCor Bracing Also Available ✓ Not offered locally

The Research Behind Our Approach

No other ScoliBrace provider in Charlotte has an indexed research record in scoliosis. Dr. Dick has published seven studies in peer-reviewed journals — all indexed in PubMed/MEDLINE through Cureus — covering adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, cervical biomechanics in scoliosis patients, geriatric scoliosis, and MVC-related spinal injury. His research on cervical mechanics in scoliosis was recognized at the 2026 IRAPS Research Symposium at Sherman College of Chiropractic.

These are not opinion pieces. They are original clinical data submitted to peer review and indexed in the medical literature — which is a different standard than a clinical claim on a website.

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Frequently Asked Questions — ScoliBrace Charlotte, NC

Is Dr. Justin Dick a certified ScoliBrace provider in Charlotte, NC?

Yes. Dr. Justin Dick at Clear Life Scoliosis and Chiropractic Center — 8814 Rachel Freeman Way, Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28278 — is a certified ScoliBrace provider listed in the ScoliBrace provider directory. He integrates ScoliBrace with the full CLEAR Institute multimodal protocol.

Who is a candidate for ScoliBrace?

ScoliBrace is generally indicated for curves between 25° and 60° Cobb angle, including adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, juvenile scoliosis, adult degenerative scoliosis, and some neuromuscular scoliosis patterns. Candidacy also depends on skeletal maturity, curve flexibility, and treatment goals. A full clinical evaluation including weight-bearing X-rays is required. Book your evaluation here.

How does ScoliBrace differ from a Boston brace?

The Boston brace uses symmetric three-point pressure to contain a curve. ScoliBrace uses an over-corrective mirror-image design — the torso is placed opposite the deformity using spinal coupling mechanics, addressing both the coronal curve and axial rotation. It is fabricated individually from 3D scan and radiographic data. See our detailed ScoliBrace definition page for a full clinical comparison.

How much does ScoliBrace cost in Charlotte?

Clear Life is a cash-based specialty clinic. ScoliBrace pricing varies by brace type, patient age, and clinical program. Fees are discussed transparently during the initial consultation. Contact us for current information.

Do you treat patients from outside Charlotte for ScoliBrace?

Yes. We serve patients from across the Charlotte metro — Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Concord, Huntersville, Ballantyne, Matthews, and Mooresville — as well as patients traveling nationally for intensive CLEAR scoliosis programs. Book online or call 980-368-0766.

Can adults get ScoliBrace, or is it only for adolescents?

Adults are candidates. The Adult ScoliBrace is designed for degenerative scoliosis, pre-existing adolescent curves that have progressed, and age-related kyphosis. Goals for adult bracing typically focus on pain reduction, postural improvement, and curve stabilization. See our overview of scoliosis in adults.

What research supports ScoliBrace and the CLEAR protocol?

Dr. Dick has published seven peer-reviewed studies indexed in PubMed, including a multimodal CLEAR protocol case series in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and research on cervical biomechanics recognized at the 2026 IRAPS symposium at Sherman College. Full research and evidence page.

Serving Charlotte and the Greater Carolinas

Clear Life Scoliosis and Chiropractic Center is located at 8814 Rachel Freeman Way, Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28278. We see scoliosis patients from across the metro area and beyond, including patients traveling for intensive care programs.

Areas served: Charlotte NC, Huntersville NC, Ballantyne NC, Matthews NC, Concord NC, Mooresville NC, Rock Hill SC, Fort Mill SC.

Related Pages at Clear Life Scoliosis

Schedule Your ScoliBrace Evaluation in Charlotte

The evaluation includes a full clinical assessment, radiographic review, and a direct conversation about whether ScoliBrace — or any other intervention — is appropriate for your curve. No pressure. No sales process. Clinical decisions based on your imaging data.

Clear Life Scoliosis and Chiropractic Center
8814 Rachel Freeman Way, Suite 103
Charlotte, NC 28278
980-368-0766
office@clearlifescoliosis.com

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