Scoliosis in Athletes: Can You Still Play Sport?
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 …
How Scoliosis Affects Dance Performance: What Every Dancer, Dance Teacher, and Parent Should Know
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. …
How Scoliosis Affects All Star Cheer Performance: What Every Cheer Athlete, Coach and Parent Should Know
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 …
Red Flags and Game Plans: Spotting Non-Surgical Risks in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients
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 …
Your Scoliosis Support Network: Building a Team Around You
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 …
Cobb Angle is Not the Most Important Consideration with Adult Scoliosis
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 …
Adult Scoliosis May Increase the Risk of Falls in Older Patients
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 …
Did You Know Scoliosis Can Start Around Menopause?
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 …
What Will Happen to Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis? What does the future hold?
What Will Happen to Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis? What does the future hold?
Being diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) can be a ‘big deal’ to a teenager who is already trying to …
Scoliosis and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
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 …
How to Spot Scoliosis in Your Child Over the Summer
How to Spot Scoliosis in Your Child Over the Summer
Summer is a time of growth spurts, increased physical activity, and relaxation, which makes it a great season for parents …
5 Ways to Stay on Track with Your ScoliBalance Over the Holiday Period
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 …
Does Bracing for Adults with Scoliosis Work?
Does Bracing for Adults with Scoliosis Work?
Yes, scoliosis exists in adults, but with the ageing population it’s likely to become even more prevalent in future years. …
Fashion Tips: Embrace Your Style with Confidence While Wearing a ScoliBrace
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 …
Hyperkyphosis in Adolescents: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
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 …
Understanding Scoliosis Surgery
Understanding Scoliosis Surgery
Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis often brings a flood of questions and concerns about the future. How did this happen? What …
From School Gymnastics to Olympic Dreams: An Interview with Saskia Broedelet
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 …
Overcoming Scoliosis: An Olympian’s Inspiring Journey to Success – Exclusive Interview Coming Soon
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 …
Understanding Scoliosis in Adults
Understanding Scoliosis in Adults
Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis as an adult can be daunting. Many people wonder how it happened, what the future holds, …
What is Patient-Centred Scoliosis Treatment?
What is Patient-Centred Scoliosis Treatment?
In recent years, patient-centred care has revolutionised the approach to scoliosis treatment by focusing on the unique needs, preferences and …
A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Children with Scoliosis
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 …
Dispelling Misconceptions About Scoliosis
Dispelling Misconceptions About Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a condition that is often surrounded by misconceptions and myths. This can lead to unnecessary worries and confusion …
Does Trunk Muscle Endurance Worsen With Bracing in AIS?
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 …
ScoliCare Announcement: Dr. Jeb McAviney Joins SOSORT Board!
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 …
