In this paragraph, we are going to discuss bracing benefits. Most importantly, it is important to realize that scoliosis curves tend to increase during rapid growth.   For this reason, external support via a brace is recommended during adolescent growth years. The brace, worn full time or part time, tends to halt or reduce the curve progression. As a result, there are a variety of rigid braces (e.g., Milwaukee, Rigo, Cheneau, Boston, and others). Similarly, there are a handful of soft braces, however, these soft braces are less documented in the research. Current research does not indicate that any one brace is better than another, however it does indicate that full time brace wearing (20+ hours per day) correlates with the most favorable outcome. Bracing can be used for both adolescents and adults.  With the adult brace the goal is to support the spine, unload deforming forces, reduce pain, and slow progression of the curve.