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A Guide to Back Braces for Scoliosis in Adults
Did you know that scoliosis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide? Estimates suggest that scoliosis affects approximately 6-9 million people in the United States, which is 2-3 percent of the population. It’s a spine disorder that causes the spine to...
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6 Exercises to Help Your Body Fight Scoliosis
Scoliosis can come in many shapes and forms. It can be neuromuscular, congenital, and idiopathic. Some people have an S curve, while others have a C curve. It can also go to the right or the left, depending on your condition. Before you start exercising, getting...
First Signs of Scoliosis and What to Do When They Appear to Stop Its Progression
Scoliosis is a serious condition affecting millions of people around the world. But while it’s been researched for years, there’s still little evidence pointing to its cause. So far, it seems that nature and nurture both play a crucial part in the development of this...
Treating Pectus Carinatum: A Short Guide for Parents
Pectus carinatum, better known as “pigeon chest” is a rare deformity that occurs in around one in 1,500 births. Males are more commonly affected by pigeon chest than females. Early symptoms vary from case to case and the cause of it is unknown, although it is linked...
Scoliosis Brace for Adults: Early Signs of Scoliosis in Grown-Ups
Scoliosis is one of the most common conditions among adolescents in the world. According to Paul Sponseller, M.D., nearly 3 million new scoliosis cases are registered every year, in the US alone. What most people fail to realize is that scoliosis is a serious disease...