scoliosis advice Archives | Page 7 of 11

May

2026

Scoliosis SOS turns 20!

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

Having been established in 2006, this year the Scoliosis SOS Clinic celebrates 20 years of helping people from all over the world with their spinal health. Where did it all begin? Erika Maude was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 11, and was fitted with a Boston brace between 13-15 years old, which failed … Read more

May

2026

Why Is One Leg Longer Than the Other? Understanding the Causes and What It Means for Your Body

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

It’s surprisingly common to notice or be told that one leg appears longer than the other. This condition, known as a leg length discrepancy (LLD), might be confusing, and can range from mild and harmless to something that affects posture, movement, and overall musculoskeletal health. What Causes a Leg Length Difference? Leg length discrepancies generally … Read more

Apr

2026

Scoliosis Treatment Costs in the UK: How Does Pricing Look?

Sophie Ellis, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy

It can be difficult to understand how Scoliosis treatment pricing works, whether you’re exploring treatment options for yourself or a loved one, to make sure you make the correct choice for you and for peace of mind. Splitting it up into different elements of your treatment journey helps to make a clearer picture. Consultations The … Read more

Apr

2026

Understanding Early Diagnosis of Scoliosis: Signs, Symptoms and Assessment

Berke Armutlu, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy

Scoliosis is a condition characterised by a sideways curvature of the spine, most commonly identified during adolescence. While the human spine naturally has gentle curves and is not perfectly straight in everyone, when the sideways curvature measures 10 degrees or more, it is clinically defined as scoliosis. In many cases, early changes are subtle and … Read more

Apr

2026

Why is there an Indentation on my Waistline?

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

An indentation or a ‘dip’ on one side of your waistline can feel confusing, especially if it becomes more noticeable over time. Whilst there are varying reasons this may be presenting; it is important to consider scoliosis as a possible cause. Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine curves sideways. Not all spines are … Read more