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Apr

2019

More Scoliosis Stretches to Try

Erika

Some time ago, we shared a series of stretches for scoliosis sufferers to perform in order to improve strength and balance while also relieving some of the aches and pains that a spinal curvature can cause. While performing a few exercises at home is no substitute for attending a full ScolioGold treatment course here at … Read more

Apr

2019

Hyperkyphosis Exercises to Try at Home

Erika

Previously on the Scoliosis SOS blog, we have talked about some of the exercises that scoliosis sufferers can perform at home in order to combat their condition. But while these exercises work well on a sideways spinal curve, they may not be so effective if you suffer from hyperkyphosis – a forward curve of the upper (thoracic) spine. … Read more

Mar

2019

15 Degree Scoliosis: What Treatment is Required?

Erika

Scoliosis is defined as any sideways spinal curvature that measures 10 degrees or more (see Cobb angle). That being said, any curve measuring less than around 25 degrees is considered quite mild and generally less likely to require immediate medical attention. For context, spinal fusion surgery is usually recommended only in cases where the curve measures at … Read more

Mar

2019

Scoliometer Apps: Are They Worth Trying?

Erika

There has been a recent increase in people downloading scoliometer apps and attempting to diagnose and measure scoliosis using their smartphones. In this blog, we’ll endeavour to explain how scoliometer apps differ from actual medical equipment, and why you shouldn’t rely on the app readings to gauge the severity of your spinal curve. What is … Read more

Mar

2019

Aspiring West End Dancer Cydney's Scoliosis SOS Experience

Erika

Cydney came to the Scoliosis SOS Clinic to receive non-surgical treatment for her spinal curvature. She was concerned that her scoliosis would interfere with her ambitions to become a professional dancer – read on to find out about Cydney’s experience with us! When Cydney was 13 years old, her dance teacher noticed that her back … Read more