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How Does Scoliosis Affect Your Organs? Key Insights

Scoliosis affects the body in a myriad of ways, but what’s important to understand is that it doesn’t always have to. With early detection and a proactive customized treatment plan, scoliosis can be highly treatable, and many potential effects can be minimized and/or avoided completely. Primary scoliosis symptoms include postural changes, mobility changes, and pain…
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Can Scoliosis Cause Neurological Problems?

The spinal cord consists of 31 pairs of spinal nerves, and if the spine’s unnatural curve and twist exposes the spinal cord to excessive/uneven pressure, nerve compression can disrupt an affected nerve’s function. While neurological symptoms aren’t considered a primary effect of scoliosis, they can occur and are most closely associated with severe cases of…
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Understanding Scoliosis Side Effects Impact on Health

The effects of scoliosis aren’t just limited to the back. Although scoliosis causes the development of an unnatural lateral curvature of the spine with rotation, because the spine is so integral to overall health and mobility, changes to its health can be felt throughout the body. An important scoliosis-characteristic to understand is its progressive nature;…
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Does Scoliosis Cause Headaches? Understanding the Link

Scoliosis symptoms can range from mild to severe, and the larger the size of the unnatural spinal curve, the more noticeably it affects the body. Because scoliosis is progressive, its symptoms can also change over time. Common symptoms can include postural and mobility changes, back and nerve pain, and headaches are generally considered a secondary…
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Understanding Curvatures of the Spine: Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition that affects the spine: an unnatural sideways-bending spinal curvature that rotates develops. As a progressive lateral curvature of the spine, the nature of scoliosis is to increase in severity over time, along with its effects. As spinal health is key to overall health, it can be beneficial to understand how the…
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Does Running Make Scoliosis Worse? Key Insights

Running with scoliosis may be deemed safe for some, safe with modifications for others, or can be restricted. Potential pros of running include the mental health benefits of staying active, improved circulation, weight management, maintaining core strength and muscle balance; potential cons of running with scoliosis can include increasing compression, strain, and risk of injury.…
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Scoliosis Self-Care Tips for Everyday Comfort and Relief

Scoliosis is progressive, so its effects can change and increase over time. While daily self-care strategies are important, the most powerful step a patient can take, in terms of long-term comfort, is to treat the scoliosis proactively. No two cases of scoliosis are the same, so each patient’s experience, symptoms, and everyday needs will vary.…
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Scoliosis and Genetics: Exploring the Connection

The connection between scoliosis and genetics isn’t fully clear; the cause does depend on the type in question, and the majority of cases involve idiopathic scoliosis. When the cause is known, it shapes the design of treatment plans. Scoliosis is a progressive unhealthy lateral curvature of the spine. The spine’s healthy curves are important for its…
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Understanding Atypical Scoliosis: Types, Causes, and Treatment

Scoliosis treatment plans need to be customized because there are multiple severity levels, age groups affected, and types of scoliosis. Type is determined by causation, and in most cases, the cause is unknown; known causes include neuromuscular disease, congenital abnormalities, and degenerative instability. Typical scoliosis cases involve the most common form: idiopathic scoliosis with right-bending…
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Can Scoliosis Affect Your Heart? Understanding the Risks

The most common symptoms of scoliosis include asymmetrical posture and back pain. Postural changes are the earliest signs of childhood scoliosis, and it’s most often back and radiating pain that leads to an adult’s diagnosis. Cases most likely to impact cardiac function are severe and/or atypical types of scoliosis. Scoliosis mainly affects the spine, but…
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Scoliosis and Breathing Problems: Causes and Symptoms

Scoliosis can affect people differently, but common symptoms involve postural and mobility changes, and pain. Breathing problems aren’t common in mild and moderate cases and are more closely associated with severe cases; preventing increasing symptom severity is a benefit of proactive treatment. Scoliosis develops in the spine, but its effects can be widespread, particularly if…
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Structural vs Functional Scoliosis: Key Differences

There are a number of conditions that affect the spine by causing an unnatural spinal curve to develop, but scoliosis has a number of unique characteristics. In order to be diagnosed as structural scoliosis, the spine has to bend unnaturally to the side and rotate, making it 3-dimensional. If the spine’s unnatural curve is nonstructural…
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Thoracic Kyphosis: Normal, Hyperkyphosis & Hypokyphosis

As the body’s main structural support, the spine plays a number of key roles in overall health. For healthy movement patterns and posture to protecting important organs and the spinal cord within, the spine’s healthy curves are key. Kyphosis is a type of spinal curvature that curves outwards in a reverse C-shape, when viewed from…
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Lordosis Explained: Normal vs. Abnormal Spinal Curves

The spine’s healthy curves are important; they make the spine stronger and less vulnerable to injury, more flexible with a wider range of motion, and better able to handle daily stress. The loss of a healthy spinal curvature can affect the spine and body in a number of ways. Lordosis is an inward curve of…
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Understanding the Risks of Untreated Scoliosis

Scoliosis is progressive, so its nature is to get more severe over time, but in many cases, it’s highly treatable. When it comes to the timing of treatment, early detection and proactive treatment has a number of benefits. The dangers of leaving scoliosis untreated include progression, increasing effects, and developing potential complications such as breathing…
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Can Scoliosis Be Caused by Bad Posture?

The spine plays many key roles in overall health, including facilitating the ability to stand upright and practice healthy posture. Scoliosis causes the spine to bend unnaturally to the side and rotate, and its main visual effect is disrupting the body’s postural symmetry. Body posture and spinal health are closely connected. Bad posture alone doesn’t…
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Scoliosis Severity: Effects and Treatment Options

Scoliosis is an unnatural lateral spinal curvature, but its effects can be felt throughout the body. The more severe scoliosis is, the more noticeable its effects are likely to be. If left untreated, complications can develop, but when treated proactively, scoliosis can be highly treatable. Scoliosis severity is mainly determined by the size of the…
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Understanding the Signs and Symptoms of Scoliosis

Understanding the signs and symptoms of scoliosis can lead to early diagnosis and intervention. There are never treatment guarantees, but when scoliosis is diagnosed while mild and treated proactively, it can be highly responsive and treatable. The early signs of scoliosis can be subtle. In children, the earliest symptoms of scoliosis include uneven shoulders and…
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Scoliosis: When to Treat for Optimal Health and Well-Being

No two scoliosis cases are the same. Scoliosis can range widely in severity, affect all ages, and progress at different rates, but a shared factor among different severity levels and age groups is the more scoliosis progresses, the more challenging it can be to treat. In addition, the more scoliosis progresses, the more it can…
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Kyphosis Explained: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

The thoracic spine is the largest spinal section, and its health and function is shaped, in part, by its degree of kyphosis. If a person’s kyphosis becomes excessive, the upper back and shoulders round forward noticeably, causing postural and movement changes. The spine’s curves facilitate a number of its functions from shock absorption to structural…
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Can Scoliosis Be Fixed? Understanding Treatment Options

There are no treatment guarantees, but the sooner scoliosis is diagnosed and treated, the better. The best way to increase the potential efficacy of nonsurgical treatment is to be proactive, and as progression is triggered by growth, managing childhood scoliosis effectively during periods of rapid growth is crucial. Scoliosis is a complex progressive condition that’s…
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How to Stop Scoliosis for a Healthier Spine?

When it comes to understanding scoliosis treatment efficacy, this involves the importance of early detection and intervention. The best way to stop scoliosis progression and improve the health of the spine is to treat scoliosis proactively, with a customized combination of nonsurgical treatment disciplines. As a progressive condition triggered by growth, adolescent scoliosis is ongoing,…
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Can Scoliosis Cause Back and Leg Pain?

The effects of scoliosis can be felt throughout the body. While not all patients will experience scoliosis pain, the more severe a condition is, the more likely it is to be painful, and as scoliosis is progressive, its effects can become more disruptive over time. Scoliosis can cause back and leg pain due to the…
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Scolicare East Phoenix Takes Scoliosis Exercises to the Next Level; Incorporating Patient Corrections into Daily Life

When it comes to scoliosis rehabilitation, progress doesn’t just happen in the clinic, it happens in the moments between sessions. That’s why one of the main focuses of the ScoliBalance®, a scoliosis specific rehab program, is helping patients integrate their ‘ScoliCorrection*’ into their everyday activities, also known as Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). *A ScoliCorrection…
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Scoliosis X-Ray: Key Insights for Patients & Families

To reach a scoliosis diagnosis, an X-ray is needed to determine the size of the curve and the presence of rotation. The results of this initial scoliosis X-ray will shape the customization of treatment plans, and measurements taken will be referred to throughout the course of treatment to gauge how the spine is responding. The…
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Signs of Scoliosis Misdiagnosis You Shouldn’t Ignore

What’s more likely than a scoliosis misdiagnosis is diagnosing scoliosis late in its progressive line. Despite the potential benefits of early detection, it can be difficult to achieve, particularly in children. Once the signs of scoliosis become noticeable, they are quite unique and difficult to misdiagnose, but the goal is diagnosing scoliosis while still mild.…
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Childhood Scoliosis: What Parents Need to Know

Childhood scoliosis affects children of all ages, and adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common type. Adult scoliosis is diagnosed once skeletal maturity is reached. The value of regular scoliosis screening examinations cannot be underestimated, particularly when risk factors, such as family history are present. What parents need to know about childhood scoliosis is that…
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Does Scoliosis Cause Chest Pain? Explained Simply

Scoliosis-related pain can involve the back muscles, spinal structures, and nerves, leading to radiating pain. Chest pain is most closely associated with thoracic scoliosis that develops in the middle/upper back. The best way to minimize the potential effects of scoliosis, including chest pain, is to manage the scoliosis with treatment. Scoliosis involves the development of…
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Understanding Scoliosis and Chiropractic Treatment

There is more than one way to treat scoliosis, and the right treatment plan can improve the spine’s long-term health and function. Scoliosis is a complex condition; there are many different types and severity levels, and while treatment results can never be guaranteed, scoliosis-specific chiropractic treatment can be integrated into a proactive treatment plan. It’s…
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What Degree of Scoliosis Requires Surgery? Explained

Not all cases of scoliosis require surgery; many are responsive to nonsurgical treatment, and while there are never treatment guarantees, there is a direct link between early diagnosis, proactive treatment, and treatment success. A traditional scoliosis treatment approach tends to funnel patients towards surgical treatment because little is done to prevent progression; watching and waiting…
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Can Scoliosis Be Cured? Treatment & Management

Scoliosis progression is triggered by growth spurts, so adolescents are the most at risk for rapid advancement. The key to managing scoliosis effectively is working towards preventing progression, made easier with early detection. As a progressive condition triggered by growth, scoliosis is ongoing, but it can be highly treatable. With effective treatment, scoliosis progression may…
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Can Scoliosis Be Cured? Treatment & Management
Degenerative Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Adult scoliosis can be pre-existing from adolescence, or develop in later adulthood with no prior history. Degenerative scoliosis is caused by age-related degeneration, and as the spine becomes increasingly unbalanced and unstable, the body is also affected, making it more vulnerable to injury. Degenerative scoliosis is an unnatural lateral spinal curve that’s caused by degenerative…
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Adult Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options

Although scoliosis is most often diagnosed during adolescence, scoliosis can also develop later in life. Once skeletal maturity is reached, scoliosis changes in terms of progression and pain. A focus of scoliosis treatment for older adults is fall prevention. Adult scoliosis can involve individuals who have had scoliosis since adolescence, or those who develop it…
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Adult Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: Symptoms & Treatments

Diagnosing scoliosis early means while it’s still mild, and while there are no treatment guarantees, early detection and intervention are associated with treatment success. Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is the most common form of scoliosis; it’s diagnosed between the ages of 10 and reaching young adulthood. This age group is also the most prone to rapid…
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Travel Tips for Scoliosis Brace Wearers

Long trips can be a little difficult for brace wearers, especially if sitting for hours at a time. Here are some tips for scoliosis brace wearers that may help make travelling smooth and more comfortable. Plan Ahead If flying, try to book a seat with plenty of legroom. Most airlines will allow you to book…
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Fashion Tips: Embrace Your Style with Confidence While Wearing a ScoliBrace

Wearing a scoliosis brace is an important step in your journey, and it doesn’t mean sacrificing your personal style. In fact, your brace can be an opportunity to get creative with your wardrobe, express your individuality, and feel empowered. At ScoliCare, we believe your brace should never diminish your confidence—it’s a part of your strength…
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Does Bracing for Adults with Scoliosis Work?

Rosemary Marchese, Physiotherapist Yes, scoliosis exists in adults, but with the ageing population it’s likely to become even more prevalent in future years. There is often a large focus on bracing for adolescents (1, 2) but not so much for the potential of bracing as a treatment for adults with scoliosis. The goals of treatment…
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Case Series – Improvement in Coronal and Sagittal Balance and Stabilisation of Cobb Angle in Adult De-Novo Scoliosis Using ScoliBrace®

A recent case series, co-authored by ScoliCare’s Chief of Research and Communications, Rose Mirenzi, along with Nora-Lee Doueihi, Juan du Plessis, and Dr. Jeb McAviney, offers promising long-term outcomes using the ScoliBrace® system in an adult population. Adult Scoliosis: Long-Term Non-Surgical Management with ScoliBrace® Adult scoliosis is a complex and often progressive condition that can…
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Pelvic Obliquity: Causes, Effects & Treatment Strategies

A body’s balance and stability is based on many factors, including its symmetry and alignment. Given the importance of the pelvis in facilitating healthy movement patterns and supporting upper body weight, a disruption in its position can have a number of effects. Pelvic obliquity causes the pelvis to become unnaturally tilted, causing one hip to…
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Leg Length Discrepancy: Causes, Effects & Solutions

Nature favors symmetry, so a disruption to the body’s overall symmetry, including leg length, may be problematic. It’s important to note that a difference in leg length can be anatomical, or it can be due to a misalignment elsewhere in the body. Leg length discrepancy (LLD), also known as anisomelia and unequal leg length, is…
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Scoliosis Symptoms: Awareness & Management Guide

Scoliosis is progressive, but it can be highly treatable. The best way to manage scoliosis and its symptoms is to treat it proactively. As uneven shoulders and hips are often the earliest signs of scoliosis, these types of postural changes should be watched for and assessed, particularly in children; progression is triggered by growth. When…
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Thoracolumbar Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms & Solutions

No two cases of scoliosis are the same, which is why it’s crucial that treatment plans are individualized. The process of diagnosing scoliosis involves comprehensive assessment and classification based on a number of variables, one of which is curvature type and location. A diagnosis of thoracolumbar scoliosis means a single progressive unnatural lateral spinal curve…
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ScoliBrace vs Boston Brace: A Scoliosis Brace Comparison

Scoliosis bracing has been used in scoliosis treatment for centuries, and while the concept of bracing isn’t new, we’ve learned a lot about scoliosis-brace efficacy over the years; ScoliCare Clinicians applied that knowledge to the design of the world’s most advanced scoliosis brace: the ScoliBrace®. The most commonly prescribed scoliosis brace in traditional treatment is…
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ScoliBrace vs Milwaukee Brace: A Scoliosis Brace Comparison

When it comes to scoliosis treatment, it’s important that patients and their families are informed. Scoliosis can change quickly, but in many cases, it can be highly responsive to conservative treatment. Knowing how different scoliosis braces compare in treatment can help patients make informed treatment choices. There is a significant difference between traditional scoliosis braces…
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When Does Scoliosis Stop Progressing? Facts & Insights

As a progressive condition, the nature of scoliosis is to become more severe over time and with growth, but rates and levels of progression can range widely from patient to patient. It’s important to understand that scoliosis treatment involves addressing an ongoing spinal condition. As a progressive condition, scoliosis won’t simply go away or improve…
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Scoliosis Exercises to Avoid: Prevent Pain & Injury

Any type of sport or exercise needs to be deemed appropriate by a scoliosis patient’s treatment provider. People with scoliosis can benefit from exercise that helps maintain spinal flexibility and increases core strength so the spine has more support and stability, but some cases of scoliosis come with activity restrictions, and some exercises will need…
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Find Top Scoliosis Doctors Near Me | Effective Treatment

Being diagnosed with a progressive spinal condition can feel overwhelming, and this is the time for patients, and their families, to make sure they’re fully informed about scoliosis and the different types of treatment available. Following a scoliosis diagnosis, patients need to choose a treatment approach that addresses their expectations and needs. ScoliCare Centers are…
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Scoliosis in Seniors 65+: Challenges & Care Options

Scoliosis affects children and adults differently, especially in the context of pain and progression. Adults over the age of 65 who develop scoliosis can be particularly vulnerable to injury through a fall, so treatment works towards improving the spine’s balance and stability. Although scoliosis is more commonly diagnosed during childhood, it also affects adults. Adults…
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Is Scoliosis Hereditary? Genetic Causes & Connections

It’s natural for parents of children recently diagnosed to ask what caused the development of their child’s scoliosis, and while idiopathic scoliosis has no known cause, there does appear to be a genetic link. Regardless of the cause, scoliosis should be treated proactively. While there has yet to be a specific gene identified that explains…
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Is Scoliosis Hereditary? Genetic Causes & Connections
Severe Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

What patients need to understand about severe scoliosis is that it doesn’t start that way; as a progressive condition, scoliosis severity can increase over time, and while young patients can progress quickly, there is a lot that can be done to counteract the progressive nature of scoliosis. Severe scoliosis is diagnosed when the spine has…
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Cervical Lordosis: The Impact of Scoliosis on Lordosis

The spine’s healthy curves are key to its overall health and function, and the spine has three main sections including the cervical spine, thoracic spine, and the lumbar spine. The cervical spine refers to the neck, and cervical lordosis refers to the neck’s inward-bending spinal curvature. Scoliosis causes the development of an unhealthy spinal curvature…
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Moderate Scoliosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Scoliosis ranges in severity from mild to moderate and severe; it’s important to understand the different scoliosis severity levels because, as a progressive condition, the nature of scoliosis is to change over time. Moderate scoliosis symptoms are more noticeable than those associated with mild scoliosis, which is why many patients are diagnosed during the moderate…
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Mild Scoliosis: Symptoms and Effective Treatment Options

The most important thing to understand about mild scoliosis is that in most cases, proactive treatment efforts have to be made to keep the condition mild and prevent it from becoming moderate or severe scoliosis. As a progressive condition, even scoliosis that’s mild at the time of diagnosis isn’t guaranteed to stay mild. Symptoms of…
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Types of Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Scoliosis can be highly responsive to treatment, particularly when conditions are diagnosed and treated early. The different types of scoliosis can have distinct treatment needs, and patients need to decide how to respond with treatment: a decision that can shape future spinal health. Scoliosis is a progressive spinal condition with wide-ranging severity levels and different…
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The Science Behind ScoliBalance®: What Makes It Work?

ScoliBalance® is more than just a set of exercises—it’s a strategic, research-backed system designed to address scoliosis and hyperkyphosis with precision and purpose. Developed by a multidisciplinary team – Dr. Jeb McAviney and Rose Mirenzi, this physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercise (PSSE) program integrates the best practices from chiropractic care, physical therapy, and exercise rehabilitation. For clinicians,…
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How ScoliBalance® and ScoliBrace® Work Together — and Why That Matters

When it comes to managing scoliosis, a condition marked by an abnormal spinal curve, a one-dimensional approach often falls short. ScoliBalance® and ScoliBrace®, represent a powerful synergy of structural and functional interventions, combining a custom 3D brace with a tailored exercise program. This dual strategy addresses both the physical alignment of the spine and the…
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Scoliosis in Adults vs. Adolescents: How Management Changes with Age

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month – an opportunity to reflect on how spinal curvature presents and evolves throughout the life span. At our clinics, we support both adolescent and adult patients with scoliosis. While the underlying diagnosis may be similar, treatment goals, clinical strategies, and outcomes differ significantly by age. Here’s a concise clinical comparison…
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Case Series – Treatment and Long Term Follow-Up of Juveniles with Idiopathic Scoliosis using ScoliBrace®

As part of Scoliosis Awareness Month, we highlight new insights in the conservative management of Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis (JIS) – a challenging early-onset form of scoliosis with high risk of progression. A recent case series, co-authored by ScoliCare’s Chief of Research and Communications, Rose Mirenzi, along with Nora-Lee Doueihi, Juan du Plessis, and Dr. Jeb…
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Staying Consistent in the Summer

Let’s be honest, summer can throw off your usual rhythm. The days are longer, routines get looser, and between the heat and holidays, scoliosis care can easily take a back seat. But staying consistent doesn’t have to be hard – and you don’t have to miss out on the fun. Whether you’re wearing a brace,…
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June is Scoliosis Awareness Month: A Time to Reflect, Support, and Stand Tall Together

At ScoliCare East Phoenix Arizona, Scoliosis Awareness Month is close to our hearts. Whether you’re one of our patients, a parent, a friend, or simply someone curious to learn more – we see you. We know scoliosis isn’t just a diagnosis. It’s a journey that takes strength, patience, and a whole lot of resilience. This…
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How Scoliosis Affects Gymnastics: What Every Gymnast, Coach and Parent Should Know

Gymnastics is a sport of power, precision, and poise – a delicate balance of strength and agility where every vault, flip, and landing matters. For gymnasts with scoliosis, a condition marked by a lateral spinal curvature exceeding 10 degrees (with rotation), this balance faces unique hurdles. Often surfacing during the pre-teen or teen years –…
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Scoliosis in Athletes: Can You Still Play Sport?

A diagnosis of scoliosis can be overwhelming for anyone, but it may be especially concerning for young athletes who fear it may put a stop to their sports careers. The good news is that, with proper management under the care of a scoliosis trained Clinician, athletes with scoliosis can still excel in their chosen sports.…
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How Scoliosis Affects Dance Performance: What Every Dancer, Dance Teacher, and Parent Should Know

Dance is an art of precision, strength, and grace – a symphony of movement where every line and leap counts. For dancers with scoliosis, a condition defined by an abnormal lateral spinal curvature exceeding 10 degrees with rotation, this symphony can hit unexpected notes. Often emerging during the growth spurts of adolescence, prime years for…
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How Scoliosis Affects All Star Cheer Performance: What Every Cheer Athlete, Coach and Parent Should Know

All Star Cheerleading is all about precision, power, and pizzazz—whether you’re nailing a back handspring, soaring as a flyer, or holding steady as a base. But what happens when a flyer’s spine isn’t quite as straight as their stunt lineup? Or if the base is holding a prep and can’t quite get their hands at…
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Red Flags and Game Plans: Spotting Non-Surgical Risks in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) often comes to a healthcare professional’s attention when a patient or parent notices postural changes, such as uneven shoulders or a more prominent rib on one side. AIS is defined as a lateral spinal curvature exceeding 10° on X-ray, typically identified during routine checks or through parental concern. For general practitioners,…
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Your Scoliosis Support Network: Building a Team Around You

Living with scoliosis can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating your treatment options or learning about how scoliosis is creating changes in your body. Building a support system that suits you is part of the journey of scoliosis. Whether it’s healthcare professionals, family, or online communities, having the right people around you can make…
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Cobb Angle is Not the Most Important Consideration with Adult Scoliosis

When discussing scoliosis, the Cobb angle often takes center stage as the primary metric for assessing the severity of spinal curvature. However, in adults, the Cobb angle is just one piece of the puzzle and not always the most critical factor when evaluating the condition or planning treatment. Below, we explore why other considerations often…
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Adult Scoliosis May Increase the Risk of Falls in Older Patients

Scoliosis in adults is often more complex than in adolescents, due to the interplay of spinal deformity with age-related changes in bone density, muscle strength, and overall balance. One concerning issue for older patients with adult scoliosis is the increased risk of falls, which can have serious consequences for health and quality of life (1).…
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Did You Know Scoliosis Can Start Around Menopause?

When people think of scoliosis, they often imagine it as a condition that develops during adolescence. While it is true that Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is the most common form, scoliosis isn’t just a childhood condition. Adult-onset scoliosis, particularly during and after menopause, is a significant yet often overlooked health concern. This is often referred…
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The Best Scoliosis Treatment in Arizona: Why ScoliCare East Phoenix Stands Out

If you or a loved one is dealing with scoliosis, finding the right treatment can feel overwhelming. You want a clinic that not only understands scoliosis but also offers innovative, personalized solutions that target each patient’s unique needs. At ScoliCare East Phoenix, we provide exceptional scoliosis treatment designed to help patients live pain-free, confident lives.…
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Adult DeNovo Degenerative Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

Most people think Scoliosis is a problem only seen in kids, but in reality, most cases of Scoliosis in Arizona are in adults. Adult-Onset DeNovo Scoliosis refers to scoliosis that appears in adulthood, usually after the age of 40. Adult-onset scoliosis is usually brought on by degenerative changes in the spine. This article will cover…
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Is it Possible to Develop Scoliosis as an Adult?

This is a common question and the answer to the question is YES! Adult onset scoliosis is better known as Adult Denovo or Adult Degenerative Scoliosis. When most people hear the word Scoliosis they think of children. Approximately 3-4% of adolescents develop Scoliosis whereas at least 68% of adults may have scoliosis.(1) , Scoliosis in…
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Scoliosis and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

If you have scoliosis, you may wonder how it could affect pregnancy or how pregnancy might impact your spine. These are valid concerns, especially for women with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS)—a type of scoliosis that develops around puberty and is more common in females. To provide clearer answers, ScoliCare’s team, including Rose Mirenzi, Dr. Jeb…
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5 Ways to Stay on Track with Your ScoliBalance Over the Holiday Period

The holidays can be an exciting time filled with family gatherings, festive activities, and travel. But for those managing scoliosis or hyperkyphosis with the ScoliBalance® program, it can also bring challenges in sticking to routines. Here are five practical ways to keep up with scoliosis rehabilitation over the holidays, so you can continue your progress while…
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Hyperkyphosis in Adolescents: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

While scoliosis is quite widely known, the term hyperkyphosis is less familiar. If you’re just starting to learn about hyperkyphosis and how it relates to adolescents, you may have questions about its causes, implications for your child, and treatment options. This article offers a detailed overview of hyperkyphosis, covering its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.…
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Dr. Pivonka’s Scoliosis Journey

I thought it would be beneficial for people to understand why I started treating patients with scoliosis, so, here is my story. As a small boy I noticed that my mother had a large scar on the side of her left leg and a large scar down the center of her back. I asked my…
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Non-Surgical Treatment for Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis

Exploring ScoliBrace and ScoliBalance Scoliosis, a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature and rotation of the spine. When it occurs in adolescents without any underlying known cause it is referred to as adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). Non-surgical treatment options include scoliosis specific rehabilitation by a specifically trained health professional, and custom designed 3D bracing. …
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When Should I Seek Treatment for my Child’s Scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine measuring over 10 degrees combined with rotation. Studies show that approximately 2-3% of adolescents will develop Scoliosis with 10% progressing past 20 degrees and requiring some form of treatment (1). Parents are frequently told by health care providers that Scoliosis of 20 degrees is, “nothing to worry…
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Can Hyperkyphosis be Improved with KyphoBrace?

By Dr. Anthony Pivonka D.C. – Head Scoliosis Clinician, ScoliCare East Phoenix Arizona Hyperkyphosis is an excessive forward curvature of the thoracic spine (middle back), which may lead to a hunched back appearance. This condition can be caused by various factors, including but not limited to, poor posture, osteoporosis, Scheuermann’s disease, and spinal fractures. It…
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Understanding Scoliosis Surgery

Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis often brings a flood of questions and concerns about the future. How did this happen? What are the scoliosis treatment options? Is scoliosis surgery necessary? Navigating these uncertainties is crucial for making informed decisions. Overview of Scoliosis Surgery This article provides an overview of scoliosis surgery, including when it might be…
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From School Gymnastics to Olympic Dreams: An Interview with Saskia Broedelet

ScoliCare Clinical Director, Dr. Juan Du Plessis, recently had the pleasure of interviewing Saskia Broedelet, a rhythmic gymnast poised to make her Olympic debut at the 2024 Paris games. Watch the interview below. We first met Saskia back in 2017 when she was diagnosed with scoliosis and began her treatment journey with ScoliCare. Today,…
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Overcoming Scoliosis: An Olympian’s Inspiring Journey to Success – Exclusive Interview Coming Soon

As we approach the excitement of the upcoming Olympics in Paris, we are reminded that the journey to greatness can have its challenges. Among the countless inspiring stories of athletes, one story is particularly close to our hearts here at ScoliCare. Meet Saskia Broedelet: 2024 Paris Olympian Saskia has been a patient at ScoliCare since…
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Understanding Scoliosis in Adults

Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis as an adult can be daunting. Many people wonder how it happened, what the future holds, and whether it can be treated. Understanding scoliosis in adults can provide clarity and hope, guiding you toward effective treatment options. Scoliosis Beyond Childhood While scoliosis is often associated with children and adolescents, it can…
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What is Patient Centered Scoliosis Treatment?

In recent years, patient-centered care has revolutionized the approach to scoliosis treatment by focusing on the unique needs, preferences and values of each patient. This approach places patients at the heart of the process, emphasizing holistic well-being and active patient involvement, moving away from traditional methods that often prioritized clinical outcomes over individual experiences. Understanding…
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A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Children with Scoliosis

The journey through scoliosis can be overwhelming for many parents. Each step presents unique challenges and uncertainties, from the initial diagnosis to ongoing management. Being well-informed and proactive is crucial for parents to ensure their child receives the best possible care and support. In this article, we will explore essential considerations for parents, equipping them…
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Dispelling Misconceptions About Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition that is often surrounded by misconceptions and myths. This can lead to unnecessary worries and confusion about its treatment and, in some cases, potential mismanagement. In this article, we aim to debunk some of these myths and offer insights into why they might have come about in the first place. Challenging…
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Does Trunk Muscle Endurance Worsen With Bracing in AIS?

Important new research has been published recently on trunk muscle endurance in relation to ScoliBrace® and ScoliBalance®. The paper is called, “The Improvement of Trunk Muscle Endurance in Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis Treated with ScoliBrace® and the ScoliBalance® Exercise Approach” and it is published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. Watch the video above for…
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ScoliCare Announcement: Dr. Jeb McAviney Joins SOSORT Board!

We are thrilled to announce that ScoliCare CEO, Dr. Jeb McAviney has been voted onto the board of the International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT). This prestigious appointment is a testament to Dr. McAviney’s dedication to the field of scoliosis and hyperkyphosis. Dr. Jeb McAviney is a leading scoliosis practitioner with over…
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Understanding the Correlation Between Scoliosis and Sciatica

Scoliosis and sciatica are two distinct yet interconnected conditions that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life. While scoliosis involves an abnormal curvature of the spine, sciatica refers to pain radiating along the sciatic nerve, often stemming from compression or irritation. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the correlation between scoliosis and sciatica,…
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Summer Scoliosis Check Up

By Dr. Anthony Pivonka D.C. – Head Scoliosis Clinician, ScoliCare East Phoenix Arizona Summer is the perfect time to check your kids for Scoliosis. Warm weather usually means kids are playing in the pool more or running through the sprinklers with their swim gear on. This gives a better view of their overall posture…
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What is Causing my Scoliosis?

By Dr. Anthony Pivonka D.C. – Head Scoliosis Clinician, ScoliCare East Phoenix Arizona The Underlying Factors You Need to Know Did you know that there are several causes for scoliosis? The most common type of scoliosis (80%) is termed “Idiopathic” or of unknown origin. That means that 20% of scoliosis cases are of a…
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Scoliosis Braces: Are They All The Same And Do They Work?

By Dr. Anthony Pivonka D.C. – Head Scoliosis Clinician, ScoliCare East Phoenix Arizona Braces for scoliosis have been available on mass since the 1950’s and since then a lot has changed! The first brace was the metal and leather Milwaukee Brace that went from the skull to the hips and stretched upward and pushed from…
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Tips For Sleeping in a Scoliosis Brace

Wearing a scoliosis brace, especially when it comes to sleeping comfortably, can be an adjustment. Whether you’re a preteen, teenager, or adult, getting a good night’s rest while adhering to your treatment plan is crucial. Here are some practical tips to help you adjust to wearing your brace at night and ensure a more comfortable…
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A Comprehensive Guide on the Relationship Between Scoliosis and Height

Scoliosis, a condition characterised by an abnormal curvature of the spine, is often associated with various physical manifestations. Among these is its potential impact on an individual’s height. On the flip side of this, the fast growth period of an adolescent can be associated with higher risk of progression of the scoliosis. Understanding the intricate…
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Neuromuscular Scoliosis: An Overview

Understanding Neuromuscular Scoliosis Scoliosis, a condition characterised by an abnormal curvature of the spine, affects millions of people worldwide. While idiopathic scoliosis, a scoliosis with no known cause, is the most common form, there are various other types, each with unique underlying factors. One such type is neuromuscular scoliosis and it is closely associated with…
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Case Study: Effectiveness of ScoliBalance and ScoliBrace in an Adolescent with Idiopathic Scoliosis

This patient, female, age 14 presented to ScoliCare after being diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis by an orthopaedic surgeon and had been undergoing physiotherapy to manage pain in her lower back and shoulder blade area. At the time of her orthopaedic consult, she was told that only surgery would help her curve. Her PA X-ray…
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Backpack Tips for Maintaining Spine Health in School

As students head back to school, a trusty backpack becomes an essential companion. However, the convenience of carrying books, laptops, and supplies on your back comes with a responsibility to prioritise spine health, especially those with scoliosis or hyperkyphosis. Improper backpack usage can lead to discomfort, pain, and potential long-term issues. In this blog, we’ll…
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The Improvement of Trunk Muscle Endurance in Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis Treated with ScoliBrace® and the ScoliBalance® Exercise Approach

The impact of scoliosis bracing combined with physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises (PSSE) on trunk muscle endurance in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis has previously been unknown. ScoliCare Head of Education and Research, Rose Marchese, Senior Scoliosis Clinician, Dr. Juan Du Plessis, Dr. Tamara Pooke and CEO Dr. Jeb McAviney completed a retrospective study of trunk muscle endurance…
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How Can You Get a Better Night Sleep with Scoliosis?

A good night’s sleep is extremely important but if you have scoliosis, finding the perfect sleeping position can at times be a little difficult. Whether you wear a brace or not, your scoliosis may be preventing you from having a peaceful night sleep and a few changes may help make the world of difference! Sleeping…
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Rehabilitation for Pre and Post-Surgical Scoliosis

By Rose Marchese – Head of Education & Research, Physiotherapist Adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) are often at risk of progression of their curve to the point of surgical recommendation. Surgery is typically recommended for AIS when the curves reach about 45 degrees (Negrini et al, 2018). However surgery for these teens is not a…
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