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Apr

2026

Why Does My Upper Back Round Forwards? (And What Can I Do About It?)

Samantha Green

If you’ve noticed your upper back rounding forward, you’re not alone. Many people experience this change over time, and it can happen for a variety of reasons. For some, it’s linked to daily habits – in an internet-using society, it is common to see postural changes, specifically when looking at computers or phones for work. … Read more

Apr

2019

Scoliosis and Arthritis

Erika

Is there a link between arthritis and scoliosis? Before we answer that question, let’s first make sure we understand what those two conditions are: Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves or twists sideways to create a ‘C’ or ‘S’ shape. Common symptoms include back pain and reduced flexibility, but every case is different. … Read more

Sep

2017

Hypermobility and Scoliosis

Erika

If a person has scoliosis, this condition can manifest itself in a multitude of different ways. Aside from the most obvious symptom – a visibly curved spine – patients may experience any number of other effects, from back pain and stiffness to muscular imbalance, constipation, and even compromised breathing. Another condition that seems to be quite … Read more

Apr

2017

What Does Scoliosis Affect?

Erika

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with scoliosis and your spinal curvature is – for the moment – still relatively small, you may be wondering how your condition will affect you as it progresses (i.e. as the curve becomes more pronounced). As your Cobb angle increases, the curve in your spine may impact your day-to-day life in a … Read more

Mar

2017

Hyperlordosis: Lower Back Curves Explained

Erika

The most important thing to keep in mind when seeking information on your curved spine is the fact that no two curves are the same. In fact, even perfectly healthy spines have some level of curvature, although this slight curve does not pose a problem unless it grows to be abnormally severe. Curvatures can … Read more