scoliosis treatment methods Archives

Jun

2026

Scoliosis treatment: Observation approach

Anna Arnold

Being diagnosed with scoliosis can raise a lot of questions and in a lot of cases the most common initial step for the NHS is to take the observation approach. Whilst this may seem risky, it is a structured and evidence-based process that helps to ensure patients get the right care at the right time. … 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

Jan

2026

Understanding Scoliosis Treatment Methods: Which Option Is Right for You?

Marcus Rayworth

Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine is curved, usually creating a ‘c’ or ‘s’ shape. Scoliosis can influence posture, decrease movement and effect overall function of the spine. Some common symptoms of scoliosis include pain, reduced movement, asymmetries in the hips and shoulders as well as rotation within the hips and/or ribs. It … Read more

Dec

2025

Rigo-Schroth Therapy

Samantha Green

Where did it start? One of the original approaches to treating scoliosis whilst avoiding surgical intervention is the use of an exercise based physical therapy programme called the Schroth Method. This method was derived in Germany in 1921 by Katarina Schroth, a physiotherapist who suffered with scoliosis and successfully formulated her own treatment using mirrors. … Read more

Mar

2020

Scoliosis Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Erika

Whether you’re taking your child to see a GP or an orthopaedic specialist, you’re going to have a lot of questions about scoliosis and the available treatment options. In this blog post, we’ll talk you through a range of scoliosis questions that you may wish to ask your doctor. If you’ve just been diagnosed with … Read more