What Is Scoliosis?

Scoliosis refers to a curvature of the spine that may develop during growth or later in life. The spine may curve sideways or rotate slightly, which can influence posture and how muscles work around the spine.

Scoliosis varies in severity and should be evaluated by a licensed medical professional for diagnosis and monitoring.

Individuals May Experience

• Uneven shoulder or hip height

• Muscle tightness on one side of the back

• Postural changes

• Back fatigue during prolonged standing

• Mild back discomfort

What Contributes to Scoliosis?

Possible contributing factors include:

• Developmental changes during growth

• Structural spinal curvature

• Muscle imbalance around the spine

• Postural adaptations

• Reduced spinal mobility

These factors may influence how forces are distributed along the spine.

How Manual Therapy May Help

Osteopathic Manual Therapy

Osteopathic treatment may assess how the spine and rib cage move together.

Treatment may include:

• Improving spinal mobility

• Addressing rib cage mechanics

• Reducing fascial tension along the spine

• Supporting balanced movement of surrounding joints

Osteopathic care often focuses on improving overall spinal mobility and tissue balance.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy rehabilitation may focus on strengthening and movement control.

Treatment may include:

• Strengthening spinal support muscles

• Postural training exercises

• Mobility exercises for the spine and ribs

• Functional movement retraining

These exercises help improve muscular support around the spine.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy may help reduce muscular tension related to spinal curvature.

Treatment may include:

• Addressing tight muscles along the spine

• Improving circulation in surrounding tissues

• Reducing muscular fatigue

• Supporting relaxation of surrounding muscles

Massage therapy may help relieve muscular tightness that develops from uneven muscle loading.

Book an Assessment

If posture changes or back discomfort are affecting your daily activities, our team can assess spinal movement and provide guidance on appropriate care.