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Jun

2017

Scoliosis Treatment Without Surgery

Erika

Scoliosis, a condition where the patient’s spine curves sideways, can be found in roughly 4% of the global population. Of those 4%, some have a very mild spinal curve that only measures 10-20 degrees, while others are more severely affected by the condition. Generally speaking, once a scoliosis patient’s Cobb angle has progressed past the … Read more

Jan

2017

ScolioGold vs NHS Physio: A Comparison of Methods

Erika

When performed correctly, physical therapy is an effective form of treatment for scoliosis, and is often used as an alternative to having to wear a back brace or undergo spinal fusion surgery. However, physiotherapy is a very broad and varied field, and it can be hard to decide which type of physical therapy is best-suited … 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

The ScolioGold Method Explained: Acupuncture for Scoliosis

Erika

If you suffer from scoliosis and you are somewhat familiar with acupuncture, you may be considering using it to help with your condition. After all, if acupuncture helps to ease back pain, then surely it can help with your spinal condition? In today’s blog post, we will take a look at what this treatment entails … Read more