From 1st to 4th May 2024, the SOSORT International Congress took place in Boston, USA, bringing together experts in the non-operative management of scoliosis. The agenda featured cutting-edge topics such as 3D printing for bracing, the evolution of brace monitors and the use of biomechanical modelling and predictive analytics to optimise treatment for Adolescent IdiopathicContinue reading “SOSORT International Congress 2024: A Recap”
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British Scoliosis Society (BSS) Conference 2023
In the dynamic world of spinal healthcare, staying at the forefront of advancements is not just a commitment but a necessity. For Sally, the mind behind Braced forScoliosis, this pursuit of excellence led her to the heart of innovation at theBritish Scoliosis Society (BSS) Conference held on November 9th and 10th inLiverpool, tagged as #BSS2023.Continue reading “British Scoliosis Society (BSS) Conference 2023”
The History of Scoliosis
Greek physician of the classical period who is considered one of the most outstanding figures in the history of medicine, Hippocrates (460–377BC), was the first to describe abnormal spinal curvature in the Western medical literature; he coined the term ‘scoliosis’ (skolios is Greek for ‘bent’) and thought the condition was due to poor posture. VariousContinue reading “The History of Scoliosis”