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Does Bad Posture Lead to Scoliosis?

March 6, 2008


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Scoliosis or better known as abnormal curvature of the spine typically curves into a ‘C’-shape or ‘S’-shape when look at from the back. Since your back is curved and you tend to tilt to one side or one of your shoulders could be lower than the other, a common question pops up, "If I have poor sitting posture where I tend to lean on something, will I develop scoliosis?". Read more

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Mal-Aligned Rib Cage: A Case Study

January 11, 2008

In this case study, a client presented a history of persistent back pain around the thoracic region caused by a mal-positioned rib leading to thoracic spinal stiffness and pain at the surrounding soft tissues.

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