Scoliosis Awareness Month – Why Does it Matter?
Scoliosis Awareness Month – Why Does it Matter?
Scoliosis Awareness Month – Why Does it Matter? Scoliosis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s likely …
Presentations at SOSORT/SpineWeek 2023
Presentations at SOSORT/SpineWeek 2023
For the first time SOSORT will be part of Spineweek – a joint meeting of spine societies from all around …
Health Professionals and ScoliCare Working Together
Health Professionals and ScoliCare Working Together
Scoliosis and hyperkyphosis are complex conditions that can present significant challenges for healthcare providers. With progressive and degenerative cases, it’s …
Can Patients Live a Normal Lifestyle with Scoliosis?
Can Patients Live a Normal Lifestyle with Scoliosis?
The short answer is yes, people with scoliosis can live normally. However, it is important to understand the condition and …
Where Did Scoliosis Bracing Originate?
Where Did Scoliosis Bracing Originate?
Today we know that scoliosis affects approximately 2-4% of adolescents. The treatment of scoliosis has evolved over the years, with …
What Are the Correct Scoliosis X-rays to Request?
What Are the Correct Scoliosis X-rays to Request?
As a health professional, when requesting an X-ray to scan for scoliosis, the correct type of X-ray to request is …
Bracing Interventions Can Help Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis with Surgical Indication: A Systematic Review
Bracing Interventions Can Help Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis with Surgical Indication: A Systematic Review
Background Bracing for adolescents with scoliosis curves between 20 and 40 degrees is generally accepted as an appropriate treatment of choice …
Hyperkyphosis or Poor Posture? Know the Difference
Hyperkyphosis or Poor Posture? Know the Difference
Hyperkyphosis is going to be a buzzword in the coming years, if it isn’t already. Today’s more sedentary lifestyle has …
3 Ways Idiopathic Scoliosis Can Impact Adolescents
3 Ways Idiopathic Scoliosis Can Impact Adolescents
Adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis are often going to experience many physical changes, however it’s the emotional challenges that can sometimes …
Are Scoliosis Specific Exercises Useful for Reducing Curve Progression in Adults with Idiopathic Scoliosis?
Are Scoliosis Specific Exercises Useful for Reducing Curve Progression in Adults with Idiopathic Scoliosis?
The prevalence of adults with idiopathic scoliosis is likely to increase with the ageing population considering humans are generally living …
ScoliCare Opens its First Clinic in the US
ScoliCare Opens its First Clinic in the US
It’s an exciting time at ScoliCare as we have just opened our first clinic in the United States. Based in …
Usain Bolt and Scoliosis
Usain Bolt and Scoliosis
It is hard to believe that the fastest man on earth has scoliosis! Olympian Usain Bolt was born with scoliosis. …
3rd Annual ScoliCare Symposium
3rd Annual ScoliCare Symposium
With less than a month until our Symposium, spots are filling up fast. So now is the time to …
Research Review: Lower Back Pain in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Research Review: Lower Back Pain in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
By Ella Bourne – Chiropractor Background Idiopathic Scoliosis is the most common spinal deformity in adolescents, with established prevalence 2-3% …
ScoliBalance – Scoliosis Specific Exercise Rehabilitation
ScoliBalance – Scoliosis Specific Exercise Rehabilitation
We’ve long known that specific scoliosis rehabilitation and exercise programs are an essential part of a complete approach to patient …
Tips For Wearing a Brace to School
Tips For Wearing a Brace to School
Ella Bourne, Chiropractor Going to school in a ScoliBrace® can be the most daunting part about getting the brace. …
Research Review: Should Swimming be Used as a Treatment for Scoliosis?
Research Review: Should Swimming be Used as a Treatment for Scoliosis?
Is it okay for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) to participate in swimming? And, if so, is the sport …
Research Review: The Prognosis of Scoliosis Using Patient Specific and Radiological Factors
Research Review: The Prognosis of Scoliosis Using Patient Specific and Radiological Factors
Background The risk factors for progression of idiopathic scoliosis are an important part of the history for a clinician and …
Is Scoliosis a Cause of Pain?
Is Scoliosis a Cause of Pain?
It might seem obvious that a curved spine would be painful, right? However doctors and other health professionals are taught …
Travel Tips for Scoliosis Brace Wearers
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 …
Who Should I See First About my Scoliosis?
Who Should I See First About my Scoliosis?
A Common Question That Patients Often ask When They Find out That They Have Scoliosis is “Who Should I see …
SOSORT2022 San Sebastian – Next Stop Melbourne 2023
SOSORT2022 San Sebastian – Next Stop Melbourne 2023
This month Dr. Jeb McAviney, Michelle McAviney and Rosemary Marchese from ScoliCare travelled to San Sebastian in Spain for SOSORT’s …
Research Review: Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis Present Too Late for Effective Management with Bracing
Research Review: Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis Present Too Late for Effective Management with Bracing
Scoliosis treatment with bracing has been shown to be effective at minimising the risk of curve progression to the point …
Interview with Scoliosis Rehabilitation Provider Sarah Sinor
Interview with Scoliosis Rehabilitation Provider Sarah Sinor
This month we introduce our ScoliCare Adelaide Rehabilitation Provider, Sarah Sinor. We spoke to Sarah about the intensive training pathway …
