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Jul

2019

Osteogenesis Imperfecta and Scoliosis

Erika

The phrase osteogenesis imperfecta may look like a mouthful, but there’s a chance you may be familiar with this condition under a different name. Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is commonly known as brittle bone disease: a genetic condition that prevents adequate production of collagen, resulting in under-developed bones that are naturally more susceptible to fractures. According … Read more

Jun

2019

Scoliosis Explained [Infographic]

Erika

Jun

2019

Books About Scoliosis

Erika

The World Wide Web makes it relatively easy to find factual information about scoliosis, its symptoms, and the available treatment options. But fictional tales about people with scoliosis are a little harder to find. Today (11 June) is Empathy Day, and with the accompanying #ReadForEmpathy campaign, the organisers are hoping to highlight the power of … Read more

Jun

2019

8 Ways to Raise Awareness of Scoliosis

Erika

As you may already be aware, June is Scoliosis Awareness Month (culminating in International Scoliosis Awareness Day on Saturday 29 June). If you’re looking to help fly the scoliosis flag this month, there are lots of ways to help raise awareness – here are just a few ideas to get your cogs turning: 1. Social Media … Read more

May

2019

Hippocrates: Scoliosis Revolutionary?

Erika

The history of scoliosis therapy can be traced all the way back to ancient Greece. More specifically, scoliosis treatment has its roots in the 5th century BC and one man in particular: Greek physician Hippocrates (c. 460 – 370 BC). Who was Hippocrates? The mid-to-late 5th century BC was a turbulent time for the Hellenic … Read more