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Dec

2018

Scoliosis Case Study: Isabella from Leeds

Erika

In January of this year, we treated 13-year-old Isabella from Leeds, a keen runner and rugby player who had been experiencing back pains. Back in 2016, a friend of Isabella’s mum whose own daughter had scoliosis suggested that Isabella might have a curved spine as well. This friend instructed Isabella to bend forward and touch … Read more

Nov

2018

From Ghana to London – Ian’s Scoliosis Story

Erika

Earlier this year, the Scoliosis SOS Clinic helped 16-year-old Ian from Ghana to overcome his 50-degree scoliosis. Ian’s spine began to develop a curve when he was 12 years old. As he grew, the curvature got bigger and bigger; when Ian’s mother noticed the condition of his spine, she became worried and sent Ian for some X-rays, which led to … Read more

Nov

2018

Scoliosis at 60 Years Old: Max's Treatment Story

Erika

Max Thompson was diagnosed with scoliosis when he was still in his teens, but he wasn’t offered any advice or treatment at the time. Here’s how he tells it: “I didn’t know what ‘scoiliosis’ meant – it was a strange word I’d never heard before – and no treatment was offered by the NHS. So I … Read more

Sep

2018

Professional Dancer from Los Angeles Avoids Scoliosis Surgery

Erika

Faye Warren, now aged 29, was just 8 years old when she was diagnosed with scoliosis. Following her diagnosis, she wore a brace between the ages of 10 and 16, and she suffered from daily pain as a result of her spinal curvature. Faye was unable to continue with gymnastics, but fought hard to continue … Read more

Mar

2018

Q&A with Louise Laurie (helpformyscoliosis.com)

Erika

After being diagnosed with scoliosis aged 14, Louise Laurie wanted to help others in a similar situation. This inspired the creation of her blog, helpformyscoliosis.com, which works to raise scoliosis awareness and inspire those living with it. Louise kindly agreed to answer a few questions from us at Scoliosis SOS – read on to find … Read more