Living with Scoliosis Archives | Page 9 of 24

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

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

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

Sep

2019

Types of Scoliosis Braces

Erika

One of the oldest, most tried-and-tested methods of scoliosis treatment is bracing. This is where the scoliosis patient wears a brace around their torso to prevent the curve in their spine from getting worse as they grow. There have been huge leaps forward in both the design and functionality of scoliosis braces since this approach … Read more

Sep

2019

Do I Have to Disclose Medical Conditions to My Employer?

Erika

Whether you’re applying for a job, sitting in an interview or getting ready for your first day, if you have a medical condition like scoliosis, you may be wondering whether you ought to let your employer know about it. Read on to find out more about what you are – and aren’t – obliged to … Read more