Welcome to the UK Scoliosis Clinic blog. We regularly post new articles covering the latest developments in Scoliosis research and treatment. Be sure to check back regularly for new content!
Scoliosis specific exercise can reduce curve progression in adult scoliosis patients
While many of the patients we see at our clinic are children with juvenile or adolescent scoliosis, adult scoliosis cases also represent a significant percentage of those we help. There are many approaches which can be used in tackling adult scoliosis, but one of the most commonly chosen is scoliosi… Read more »
Is bracing an effective treatment for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis? BRAIST study says yes!
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is characterized by a lateral curvature of the spine, with a Cobb angle of more than 10 degrees and vertebral rotation. Scoliosis develops in approximately 3% of children younger than 16 years of age, although rates of Scoliosis are typically much higher amongst at-ri… Read more »
June is Scoliosis awareness month
Scoliosis is a serious condition which can cause discomfort, disability and eventually require major surgery if left untreated. Catching scoliosis early makes it much easier to treat, so this week please take a moment to read this quick primer on scoliosis and pass it on to those you care about.… Read more »
Why Scoliosis Screening matters, and what we’re doing about it
Screening for Scoliosis.. Today, most scoliosis clinicians agree that school screening for scoliosis would be a positive step to take – for relatively little cost, significant benefits can be obtained for the majority of patients. Screening for scoliosis in schools and other groups, like classes or… Read more »
Scoliosis and sport- what’s the best approach?
When many people discover they have scoliosis (or when parents discover their child has scoliosis) one of the first things they ask is often “do I need to give up X sport”. There is a great deal of misinformation around scoliosis and sport, perhaps this is mainly because there is a perception that s… Read more »
New research – Scoliosis impacts functional capacity
Scoliosis can make exercise more difficult Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is by far the most common cause of spinal deviation; it comprises about 80% of all idiopathic vertebral deformities and affects 2%–4% of adolescents.[1] The exact cause of AIS is still being investigated, but scientists… Read more »
SOSORT 2018 Conference in Dubrovnik
The view! The idea of traveling to Dubrovnik, Croatia, made it a very easy decision to attend this years SOSORT conference. As expected it turned out to be a very beautiful venue with amazing views and sunsets while at the same time I was able to be updated with the latest knowledge and developments… Read more »
14 Myths about Scoliosis
Note: This is an updated version of an article which we originally posted here. Scoliosis is a complex 3 dimensional condition that results in bending of the spine to one side, a rotation to the front or back and a straightening of the spine in the side view. The most common scoliosis in adolescence… Read more »
Why UK Scoliosis Clinic?
Learning about scoliosis for the first time can be an uphill struggle, especially if you, or someone you love has just been diagnosed. There are lots of approaches out there – so how do you know which one is best? At the UK scoliosis clinic, we believe we’re better positioned to help you beat scoli… Read more »
Does ballet dancing increase your risk of scoliosis?
Does participation in ballet dancing increase your risk of scoliosis? A growing body of research seems to suggest that this might well be true. To non-dancers, the link might seem an odd one – but if you are a dancer you probably know someone with scoliosis, or you might even have it yourself. Now,… Read more »
