Erika, Author at Scoliosis SOS

Apr

2016

Why is Scoliosis More Common in Females?

Erika

Scoliosis can be caused by a variety of different factors, but the condition’s most common form is idiopathic scoliosis. Idiopathic scoliosis has no known cause, but it usually develops during adolescence and – interestingly – it is far more common in girls than in boys. Furthermore, there is some evidence to suggest that scoliosis … Read more

Apr

2016

Trigger Point Therapy: Your Questions Answered

Erika

Trigger point therapy is an increasingly popular means of treating musculoskeletal pain. If you suffer from pain as a result of scoliosis, hyperkyphosis, or a similar spinal condition, then trigger point therapy may be able to help alleviate some of your symptoms – here’s a little more information about this method: What is trigger point therapy? … Read more

Mar

2016

Alternatives to Scoliosis Surgery

Erika

If you suffer from scoliosis, you may have been told that you need surgery in order to correct the curvature of your spine. Many people undergo scoliosis surgery each year, but while these procedures can deliver the desired results, there are a number of reasons why a scoliosis sufferer might decide against surgical correction. Surgery always … Read more

Feb

2016

Myofascial Release for Scoliosis

Erika

The physiotherapists here at Scoliosis SOS treat patients using the ScolioGold method. This approach combines a number of non-surgical scoliosis treatments (including the Schroth method) in order to provide unparalleled relief from the effects of spinal curvature. One of the techniques utilised by our ScolioGold therapists is myofascial release. In this blog post, you’ll learn all … Read more

Dec

2015

How to Book Your Scoliosis Treatment Course

Erika

If you’ve read about the benefits of our non-surgical scoliosis therapy and decided that a Scoliosis SOS treatment course is the right choice for your spinal condition, you may be wondering what the next step is. Here’s how to get in touch with the Scoliosis SOS clinic, arrange your initial consultation, and book a place on … Read more