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Sep

2017

Who is Affected by Scoliosis?

Erika

Unfortunately, scoliosis can affect anyone and may occur at any time of life for a variety of different reasons. However, the condition usually develops during adolescence and the majority of sufferers are female. No one has a perfectly straight back – everyone’s spine is a little bit curved, and this causes no problems in most … Read more

Aug

2017

Syringomyelia & Scoliosis

Erika

While the Scoliosis SOS Clinic specialises in the study and treatment of curvatures of the spine (primarily scoliosis and hyperkyphosis), we also possess a wealth of knowledge relating to many health problems that are closely linked to these spinal conditions. One such condition is syringomyelia, a chronic illness that causes a fluid-filled cavity or cyst … Read more

Jun

2017

Muscular Dystrophy & Scoliosis: How Can MD Lead to a Curved Spine?

Erika

While we specialise in the study and treatment of curvatures of the spine, we also possess an excellent working knowledge of other health problems that are linked to scoliosis. There are many disorders that may lead to a curvature of the spine, and one of the more severe disorders that can causes scoliosis is muscular … Read more

Mar

2017

Osteopenia and Adult Degenerative Scoliosis

Erika

What is osteopenia, and how can it lead to adult degenerative scoliosis? Osteopenia is a condition where the bones of the human body lose some of their density, making them more fragile and leading to an increased risk of fractures. Osteopenia often occurs naturally with age and is particularly common amongst post-menopausal women. … Read more

Feb

2017

Spondylolisthesis and Scoliosis: All You Need to Know

Erika

The human spine (also known as the backbone or, more properly, the vertebral column) is made up of numerous small bones called vertebrae. When a vertebra is damaged or displaced, the knock-on effects can have serious consequences for the health of the entire back and even of the body as a whole. One … Read more