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International Day of the Girl
11
Oct
2019

International Day of the Girl

Erika

Celebrated annually on 11 October, International Day of the Girl Child is a globally-recognised date that marks the achievements of young women all over the world and promotes female empowerment while also highlighting the challenges that girls face.   Scoliosis in Girls There are many different types of scoliosis, but overall, the condition is significantly … Read more

3
Oct
2019

Scoliosis and Lower Back Pain

Erika

When a person develops scoliosis in the lower part of their spine, it is known as lumbar scoliosis. While spinal curves can arise as the result of an underlying condition, lumbar scoliosis is usually idiopathic, meaning that the cause is not known.   A real pain in the back! One of the most common symptoms … Read more

30
Sep
2019

FDA Approves New Device for Paediatric Scoliosis Treatment

Erika

The USA’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that it had approved its very first spinal tethering device for correcting idiopathic scoliosis in children and adolescents. The Tether™ vertebral body tethering system is designed to help correct spinal curvatures in young patients whose bones have yet to fully mature. Made up of titanium anchors, … Read more

24
Sep
2019

National Fitness Day: Stay Active with Scoliosis

Erika

Celebrating the benefits of an active lifestyle, National Fitness Day takes place annually to help promote the benefits of physical fitness. National Fitness Day 2019 falls on Wednesday 25 September. People across the UK will be encouraged to get active and commit to get fit in pursuit of healthier lives. Organised by UK Active, this event aims … Read more