Scoliosis Symptoms Archives

Oct

2026

Head Not Centred Over Shoulders: Could Scoliosis Be The Cause?

Samantha Green, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

Have you noticed that your head doesn’t seem to sit evenly over your shoulders? Perhaps photos show your head leaning slightly to one side, and you feel as though your head tilts even when standing straight. Many people assume this is simply poor posture or muscle tension, which although is sometimes the case, it can … Read more

Oct

2026

Can Scoliosis Affect Breathing During Exercise?

Samantha Green, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

Scoliosis is a three-dimensional condition causing an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine, which in turn can affect the position and movement of the spine and rib cage. In some cases, particularly in individuals with larger thoracic curves, these changes may alter breathing mechanics. This can become more noticeable during exercise, when the body requires … Read more

Sep

2026

Why do I have One Sided Neck Stiffness?

Ellie Clements, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy

If you’ve ever experienced stiffness or pain on one side of your neck, you might assume it’s simply a “crooked neck” caused by sleeping in an awkward position. While this is a common cause, chronic one-sided neck stiffness can sometimes be a sign of cervicothoracic scoliosis, also referred to as high thoracic scoliosis. This type … Read more

Sep

2026

Why Do I Have Rib Pain When Bending Sideways? Could It Be Linked to Scoliosis?

Samantha Green, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

Experiencing rib pain when bending or leaning sideways can feel sharp, uncomfortable, and sometimes worrying – especially if it keeps coming back or only occurs on one side. While there are many possible causes of this type of discomfort, one underlying issue that often goes unnoticed is scoliosis. In this article, we’ll explore why rib … Read more

Sep

2026

One Arm Hanging Lower Than the Other: Could Scoliosis Be Affecting Your Posture?

Samantha Green, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

Have you noticed that one arm appears to hang lower than the other when standing naturally? Perhaps one hand sits closer to your thigh, sleeves seem uneven, or your shoulders never quite feel level. While many people assume this is simply a posture habit or muscular imbalance, and as much as this is a potential … Read more