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Bracing for Scoliosis
How many types of braces are available for scoliosis? In general, there are 2 main types of braces: hard brace and soft brace. Hard braces are made of thermoplastic. It has been the main brace prescribed over the last a few decades. Common types of hard braces are Boston’s, Charleston’s, and Milwaukie’s etc. Hard Brace Soft Brace Source: Well-women.comclick for larger view Source: spinecorclick for larger view Like... ...
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Is the Outcome of ACL Surgery really better than Conservative Management?If you have sustained an ACL ( Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the knee) tear and is considering an ACL surgery, you would find it useful to know more about the latest research discussion on ACL surgery versus Physical therapy management. AKPC_IDS += "4364,"; Read More →
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Spinal Conditions
What can be done for Scoliosis?
Must I have surgery if I have scoliosis? No. Surgery is usually only indicated when the curve is bigger than 50 degrees, or is severely affecting one’s everyday... Read more »
Exercise and Scoliosis
We often hear people say that if one has scoliosis, they can’t participate in exercises, is that true? The answer is no. One can usually participate in any... Read more »
Does sitting slouched and slanted cause scoliosis?
Question: My daughter sits with a slouch, and sometimes sits with her body slanted to one side, will that cause scoliosis? No. Sitting with a slouch or in any... Read more »
Sports Injuries
Is the Outcome of ACL Surgery really better than Conservative Management?If you have sustained an ACL ( Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the knee) tear and is considering an ACL surgery, you would find it useful to know more about... Read more »
Knock Knees – Can I reverse it? (Part 2)In the previous entry for Knock Knees, we discuss about the different types of knock knees and the contributing factors of it. Now, we will talk about the problems... Read more »
I have corkie (bruise)? What should I do?
Almost everybody experiences corkies or bruises during his lifetime. Some people are more prone to develop corkies than others. In many cases you don't have... Read more »
Peripheral Joints
Knock Knees – Can I reverse it? (Part 2)In the previous entry for Knock Knees, we discuss about the different types of knock knees and the contributing factors of it. Now, we will talk about the problems... Read more »
Knock Knees – Can I reverse it? (Part 1)
Knock knees is a phenomenon where it appears as though your knees are at an inwards angle in relation to your feet. Most kids under the age of 6 appear to have knock... Read more »
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Workplace Health
Does sitting slouched and slanted cause scoliosis?Question: My daughter sits with a slouch, and sometimes sits with her body slanted to one side, will that cause scoliosis? No. Sitting with a slouch or in any... Read more »
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Recently, a client asked me "Ok. So what shouldn't I do now?" And it struck me how infrequently we get such questions. As professionals we are often... Read more »
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