scoliosis physiotherapy Archives

Nov

2026

Scoliosis Surgery – Understanding Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT)

Scoliosis SOS Team

At Scoliosis SOS, we work with many patients before and after surgery, tailoring our treatment to each individual. While spinal fusion is still the most common surgical approach we see, an alternative called Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) is gaining popularity—particularly among younger patients. VBT has emerged over the past few years as a less invasive … Read more

Nov

2026

Why Do I Have Uneven Balance during Gym Exercises?

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

It is very common to notice that your balance feels uneven when exercising, or you may find that you are more stable on one side of your body than the other. You might also notice yourself shifting your weight, leaning to one side or relying on one side more during exercise, hand or foot dominance … Read more

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

How Does Osteoporosis Affect Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Treatment?

Berke Armutlu, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy

If you have scoliosis and have also been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia, you may be wondering whether this would affect your treatment. Reduced bone density does not necessarily mean that scoliosis treatment is unsuitable, but it is an important factor to consider when planning an appropriate treatment programme. What Should Be Considered When Treating … Read more

Oct

2026

Understanding the Cobb Angle

Marcus Rayworth, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

When someone has been diagnosed with scoliosis, usually they will hear the words ‘cobb angle’ mentioned. The cobb angle is a number (measured in degrees) taken from an X-Ray which would normally be highlighted in an X-Ray report or shown on the X-Ray itself. The Cobb angle is one of main ways that specialists or … Read more