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Mar

2018

Beast from the East 2: Be Prepared for More Cold Weather

Erika

With the weather set to take a turn for the worse yet again this weekend, we want to make sure that all Scoliosis SOS patients are ready and prepared for the Beast from the East 2! Another cold snap may soon be upon us, so please make sure you take the necessary steps to look after … Read more

Feb

2018

What's the Best Mattress For Scoliosis?

Erika

We all know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep, but that’s a lot easier said than done when you’re suffering from scoliosis. Although some scoliosis patients don’t notice their condition too much at night, many others experience pain and discomfort that can make it difficult to doze off. A mattress can’t cure your scoliosis, but … Read more

Jan

2018

How to Sleep with Scoliosis: 5 Helpful Tips

Erika

Getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge when you suffer from scoliosis (a sideways curvature of the spine). Some scoliosis patients are kept awake at night by the pain and discomfort that stems from their condition, while others simply struggle to find a comfortable sleeping position. Whatever the reason, scoliosis can often make … Read more

Aug

2017

Living With Scoliosis: What's It Really Like?

Erika

Just because you’ve been diagnosed with scoliosis, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to change the way you live. Even individuals with fairly pronounced spinal curves can enjoy a high quality of life as long as their condition is treated and their symptoms properly managed. If you’re concerned about the challenges that come with a … Read more

Jun

2017

Scoliosis Management: Treating Your Spinal Curve

Erika

Since scoliosis cannot be ‘cured’ in the true sense of that word, treatment efforts tend instead to focus on managing the condition. The key aims of scoliosis management are as follows: Stop the patient’s spinal curve from progressing any further Reduce the Cobb angle (i.e. the severity of the curve) if possible Treat symptoms such … Read more