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Jun

2026

Why Is My Breastbone a Different Shape?

Samantha Green BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

If you’ve noticed your breastbone, or sternum, looks different in shape, you’re not alone as variations in chest structure are quite common. Factors such as posture, muscular imbalance, or uneven rib growth can affect the appearance of the breast bone, but sometimes the differences may be linked to certain congenital conditions. If your sternum appears … Read more

Jun

2026

Scoliosis Treatment in Adults

Max O'Rourke

Scoliosis isn’t limited to children, many adults also experience this spinal curvature, which can cause pain, postural imbalance, and reduced mobility. At Scoliosis SOS Clinic, we specialise in non-surgical treatment programmes for adults that aim to reduce pain, improve posture, and prevent further curve progression. Exercise-Based Treatment Exercise is the most effective non-surgical option for … Read more

Jun

2026

Manual Therapy Techniques for Scoliosis

Annie Simmonds-Miller

Scoliosis and the Musculoskeletal System Scoliosis is a 3D condition where the spine curves to one side and rotates in that same direction. Alongside exercise-based treatment, hands-on therapies are often used to help manage symptoms such as pain, tightness or discomfort. In this blog, we will discuss some of the manual therapy techniques commonly used … Read more

Jun

2026

Scoliosis Awareness Month: Understanding the Condition and Supporting Better Outcomes

Samantha Green BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

International Scoliosis Awareness Day is held annually on the last Saturday of June (so this year, that will be June 27th), serving as the highlight of Scoliosis Awareness Month, which is always held in June. Scoliosis Awareness Month strives to address the growing need for public education and awareness around scoliosis, considering its often-under-looked prevalence … Read more

May

2026

How does Scoliosis impact young people in sports?

Anna Arnold

Scoliosis affects around 2-3% of adolescents and can have various affects on their quality of life. For many young people that have been diagnosed with scoliosis, there are a lot of questions and concerns regarding their ability to participate in sports. How does scoliosis affect the body? Scoliosis can affect everyone differently, in some instances … Read more