Living with Scoliosis Archives | Page 21 of 24

Jan

2017

Scoliosis Clothing: Tips on What to Wear If You Have Scoliosis

Erika

Anyone can develop scoliosis, although it affects girls more often than boys, and idiopathic scoliosis – the condition’s most common form – almost always develops during adolescence. Due to the visible symptoms of scoliosis, people with curved spines (especially teenagers) often feel insecure and uncomfortable, which can lead to them avoiding certain clothing if they … Read more

Dec

2016

Gym Ball Exercises for Scoliosis Sufferers

Erika

Purchasing your own gym ball (also known as a Swiss ball, exercise ball or stability ball) is a great idea if you have scoliosis and you want to build up your core strength by performing stretches and exercises at home. Here at the Scoliosis SOS Clinic, we’ve seen countless scoliosis sufferers make astounding improvements simply … Read more

Dec

2016

How Does Scoliosis Affect Your Body Image?

Erika

‘Body image’ is the name given to your perception of your own appearance. It is not necessarily linked to how others see you – someone may have a negative body image even if everyone else thinks they are very attractive. A person’s body image can be affected by many different factors, although it is often argued … Read more

Dec

2016

20 Degree Scoliosis: Do I Need Treatment?

Erika

Scoliosis isn’t always easy to identify, but if a patient suspects that they may be experiencing symptoms associated with the condition, they will usually be given a physical examination before being sent for an X-ray to confirm the presence of an abnormal spinal curvature. This curve is measured using a metric that is commonly referred … Read more

Dec

2016

ScolioGold Versus Schroth: A Comparison of Methods

Erika

Originally, the Schroth method was the primary form of physical therapy used to treat scoliosis here at the Scoliosis SOS Clinic. However, we soon realised that there were several disadvantages to relying on this method alone. While Schroth remains a core element of the treatment we provide, we have since combined it with a variety … Read more