Annie Simmonds-Miller, Author at Scoliosis SOS

Aug

2026

Why does my child’s body lean to one side?

Annie Simmonds-Miller

If you’ve noticed that your child seems to lean to one side when standing or walking, or that their posture looks uneven from behind, it’s understandable to be concerned. Often, parents first spot small changes such as one shoulder appearing higher than the other, an uneven waistline, or a tendency to stand with their body … Read more

Aug

2026

Types of Scoliosis: Congenital Scoliosis

Annie Simmonds-Miller

Congenital scoliosis is a type of scoliosis that typically develops in-utero / before birth due to abnormal spinal development in the womb. Whilst most forms of scoliosis may appear during childhood or adolescence, congenital scoliosis is present at birth, although not often noticed until later childhood. Understanding how to monitor and treat congenital scoliosis can … Read more

Jul

2026

Types of Scoliosis: Neuromuscular Scoliosis

Annie Simmonds-Miller

What is Neuromuscular Scoliosis? Neuromuscular scoliosis is a type of spinal curvature that develops as a result of a neurological or muscular condition affecting the body’s ability to support and control the spine. It is usually associated with conditions such as Cerebral Palsy (CP), Muscular Dystrophy (MD) and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). In this blog, … Read more

Jun

2026

Manual Therapy Techniques for Scoliosis

Annie Simmonds-Miller

Scoliosis and the Musculoskeletal System Scoliosis is a 3D condition where the spine curves to one side and rotates in that same direction. Alongside exercise-based treatment, hands-on therapies are often used to help manage symptoms such as pain, tightness or discomfort. In this blog, we will discuss some of the manual therapy techniques commonly used … Read more

May

2026

Surgical Intervention for Scoliosis

Annie Simmonds-Miller

Support before and after your surgery At Scoliosis SOS, we know that choosing to have surgery for scoliosis can be a big decision – often one that comes after a lot of discussion with specialists, family, and friends. Whether you’re preparing for spinal fusion, or you have had surgery in the past and want to … Read more