treatment for scoliosis Archives

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

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

Early Signs of Spinal Curvature in Children

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

Early diagnosis of any condition is always the best way to get ahead of it, scoliosis included. Being able to recognise the early signs of a spinal curvature is important in helping parents seek an appropriate assessment sooner. Scoliosis, which is the abnormal lateral curvature and rotation of the spine, most commonly develops during childhood … Read more

Oct

2026

Can Scoliosis Cause Sciatica?

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

Scoliosis and sciatica are two separate conditions, but they can sometimes occur together. Scoliosis affects the alignment of the spine, while sciatica describes symptoms caused by compression of the sciatic nerve. Understanding how the two conditions may be connected is a good way to help you recognise your symptoms and seek appropriate care or advice. … Read more