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Nov

2026

What Are the Best Sleeping Positions for People with Scoliosis?

Annie Simmonds-Miller, BSc. (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation

Finding a comfortable sleeping position can be challenging for people with scoliosis, particularly when pain or stiffness affects sleep. Scoliosis is a three-dimensional curvature of the spine that can influence posture and how the body is positioned, even when lying down. While there is no single sleeping position that suits everyone, certain adjustments may help … Read more

Oct

2026

Can Scoliosis Cause Sciatica?

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

Scoliosis and sciatica are two separate conditions, but they can sometimes occur together. Scoliosis affects the alignment of the spine, while sciatica describes symptoms caused by compression of the sciatic nerve. Understanding how the two conditions may be connected is a good way to help you recognise your symptoms and seek appropriate care or advice. … Read more

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

ScolioGold: Understanding Massage for Scoliosis

Kritika Rana, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

When learning how to manage scoliosis and its related pain, massage is one of the most common topics of conversation. We regularly hear questions or comments such as, “Is it safe to massage someone with scoliosis?” or “I get a lot of tightness and pain in my back, but I’m not sure how to relieve … Read more

Oct

2026

Why Do I Have Uneven Back Pain When Sitting?

Ellie Clements, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy

Have you noticed that one side of your back feels more painful when sitting or lying down? Perhaps you feel a prominence against your chair on the painful side, or struggle to find a comfortable position. While this may be related to general postural imbalances, it can also be a symptom associated with structural scoliosis. … Read more