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Jan

2017

Yoga for Scoliosis: Does it Work?

Erika

It seems that yoga classes are popping up everywhere these days, and this ancient Indian practice has also become very popular among online communities. Placing emphasis on psychological and physical balance, yoga is often used to improve an individual’s physical ability, as well as their mental well-being. This is achieved via a combination of poses … Read more

Jan

2017

Chiropractic Treatment for Scoliosis: How Effective is it?

Erika

If you’re somewhat familiar with chiropractic therapy, you might assume that it’s an ideal treatment for scoliosis (sideways curvature of the spine). Chiropractic focuses primarily on the spine, and if you’re a scoliosis sufferer, going to a chiropractor can seem like a far preferable alternative to wearing a brace or undergoing spinal fusion surgery. But can chiropractic … Read more

Jan

2017

The ScolioGold Method Explained: Dry Needling

Erika

Originally, we only used the Schroth method to treat our patients here at the Scoliosis SOS Clinic. However, over time we realised that there are some disadvantages to only using one method for treating patients, and that there are elements of postural correction that Schroth is unable to address. We still use the Schroth method … Read more

Dec

2016

ScolioGold vs CLEAR: A Comparison of Methods

Erika

We often receive questions about our approach to treating scoliosis, particularly with regards to how it differs from other forms of non-surgical treatment. One of the methods most commonly referred to is the CLEAR approach, which is available as either a ‘standard’ or ‘intensive’ treatment plan. While there seems to be a prevalent idea that … Read more

Dec

2016

Case Study: Pain-Free Rowing for Phoebe

Erika

In August of this year we treated 15-year-old Phoebe, a keen rower and runner who had been diagnosed with scoliosis and whose spine displayed a 30 degree curve. Phoebe’s mother first spotted the curvature when, while cutting her daughter’s hair, she noticed that her hips weren’t symmetrical. They went to visit her GP, who referred Phoebe … Read more