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Dec

2018

Back Strengthening for Scoliosis

Erika

Individuals with idiopathic scoliosis don’t always experience pain as a result of this condition, but there may be a loss of back strength depending on the severity of the spinal curvature. With the right exercises, however, this can be overcome – for instance, it may be beneficial to place greater emphasis on enhancing the strength, … Read more

Nov

2018

Scoliosis Tips: How to Improve Your Flexibility

Erika

If you suffer from scoliosis, there’s a good chance that you will experience a loss of flexibility as your spinal curvature progresses. This can impact your ability to move around and go about your daily routine; it can also adversely impact your performance if you participate in sports or other physical activities like dancing. Unfortunately, … Read more

Oct

2018

Spine Straightening Exercises

Erika

The effects of scoliosis can be very detrimental to one’s life. While some patients suffer only minor discomfort, others suffer from chronic pain. The curve of the spine is often the cause of this discomfort, leading to problems with the neck, shoulders, hips, and the back itself. In order to combat this pain and discomfort, … Read more

Feb

2018

Pilates for Scoliosis: 3 Beneficial Techniques

Erika

Pilates is a system of exercises devised by a German physical trainer named Joseph Pilates. It has become incredibly popular in the Western world, with countless Pilates classes available throughout the UK. But is Pilates beneficial for scoliosis sufferers? It certainly can be – there is evidence that Pilates can help to improve balance and … Read more

Oct

2017

The Importance of Specialized Physiotherapy with Scoliosis Bracing

Erika

Idiopathic scoliosis (which usually arises during puberty, when the body is going through a period of rapid growth) is often treated using a rigid back brace that prevents the spinal curve from progressing as the patient grows. It’s important to note that the aim of this bracing treatment is not to correct / reverse the sideways … Read more