Diagnosed with Scoliosis? What you need to know – Understanding your Spine and your Strength

The objective of the webinar "Diagnosed with Scoliosis? What You Need to Know – Understanding Your Spine and Your Strength" is to provide clear, accessible information about idiopathic scoliosis, reduce anxiety surrounding the diagnosis, and empower patients and their families through better understanding.

• Understanding Idiopathic Scoliosis: Explain what idiopathic scoliosis is, how it differs from other types of scoliosis, and why it develops during growth.
• Recognising the Causes and Risk Factors: Discuss the known and suspected causes of idiopathic scoliosis and the main factors that influence curve progression.
• Diagnostic Steps After a Scoliosis Diagnosis: Outline the typical diagnostic process, including clinical examination, X-rays, and curve measurement (Cobb angle).
• Evaluating the Risk of Progression: Describe how age, growth potential, and curve size are used to assess the likelihood of scoliosis worsening over time.
• Exploring Early Conservative Treatment Options: Introduce the first treatment steps such as observation, scoliosis-specific physiotherapy, and bracing when appropriate.
• Empowering Patients and Families: Emphasise that scoliosis is manageable and provide strategies to reduce fear and promote a proactive attitude towards care.