scoliosis treatments Archives

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

Oct

2026

ScolioGold: Understanding Massage for Scoliosis

Kritika Rana, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

When learning how to manage scoliosis and its related pain, massage is one of the most common topics of conversation. We regularly hear questions or comments such as, “Is it safe to massage someone with scoliosis?” or “I get a lot of tightness and pain in my back, but I’m not sure how to relieve … Read more

Oct

2026

ScolioGold: Understanding Dry needling for Scoliosis

Berke Armutlu, BSc. (Hons) Sports Therapy

Scoliosis can affect more than just the alignment of the spine. The three-dimensional changes associated with scoliosis can also affect how the muscles around the spine, ribcage and pelvis work. This can result in areas of increased muscle tension, uneven loading and differences in how the muscles support and move the body. What Is Dry … Read more

Oct

2026

ScolioGold: Understanding Kinesiology Taping for Scoliosis

Eve Gallagher-Byatt, BSc. (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

What is Kinesiology Tape? Kinesiology is the scientific study of human body movement, and sports tape is a specialized adhesive for joints, muscles, and injuries. Together Kinesiology Taping is a technique used in forms of therapy to help with a range of musculoskeletal conditions. Most commonly used to reduce pain and support movement aiding in … Read more