National Scoliosis Awareness Month

June is National Scoliosis Awareness Month! Now is the perfect time to highlight a condition that affects so many people. Scoliosis occurs when the spine curves sideways, often developing for years before being diagnosed and it can affect everyone from children to adults. Whether you are a parent checking your child’s posture, an adult that has chronic back pain or someone who wants to learn more, this month gives you that opportunity to gain experience, share and advocate for earlier detection and better care.

One of the most important steps is finding scoliosis early and that starts with knowing what to look for. There are a few ways to look for scoliosis, unevenness in the shoulders, hip or waist can be early signs that the spine is starting to cure. Investing in tools like the Baseline Body Level can make screening easier and more accessible. To use the tool simply place the moveable arms on two sites, read the amount of title in degree from the scale to see if key areas are properly aligned. Whether you are at a doctor’s office or at home, this tool helps take measurements letting you detect if scoliosis might be happening.

After using the Baseline Body Level and noticing some abnormalities the next step would be to see a doctor. A healthcare provider can conduct a more in-depth evaluation and can order more tests if needed. If scoliosis is confirmed, finding it earlier means there are more treatment options available. Just remember that scoliosis can develop at any age, so even if you are an adult living with back pain, posture changes, or uneven hips you should not hesitate to reach out to your doctor too. The earlier scoliosis is found and addressed, the more options you have to manage it effectively and not impact your everyday life.

This month is about bringing awareness to scoliosis, the more we learn about scoliosis the more ways we can help people living with it every day. From simple tools like the Baseline Body Level to conversations with your doctor taking these steps can make a significant difference in someone’s life. Whether you are looking out for your own health, your child’s or sharing the information to spread the word every action taken counts. Let this June be the month you spread the word so people can learn, catch the signs, and get back to living their life to the fullest.

To learn more about the Baseline Body Level, click here.

Written by Emily Bannerman