Mr. & Ms. Posture India 2025

Mr. & Ms. Posture India
on 2025 June 26th

INTERNATIONAL SCOLIOSIS AWARENESS MONTH PRESS RELEASE

Dextroscoliosis
“How could I not have noticed the back was like this before? What could I have done to prevent it?”
“I was diagnosed with dextroscoliosis, and winning Ms. Posture Philippines 2022 allows me to understand why it’s important to have an early diagnosis. It allows me to see the significance of non-surgical care.” – Ms. Posture Philippines 2022 Maria Yzabelle Reonal
This June is International Scoliosis Awareness Month. It’s a month focused on uniting scoliosis patients, families, physicians, health professionals and institutions to promote public awareness, education, and advocacy of scoliosis. The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), the premier spine society, is highlighting the importance of early scoliosis detection and the effectiveness of bracing as early, non-surgical care.
“New research is emerging which shows the effectiveness of non-surgical approaches to scoliosis treatment such as specific rehabilitation and bracing, and we have long known that it is incredibly important to detect this condition as early as possible”,
- Says Dr Michael W. (Scoliosis Specialist)
“We need to make it routine to examine children’s spines and if needed, get them the right treatment at the right time”.
In support of Scoliosis Awareness Month, Mabuhay Rehabilitation (Mabuhay Chiropractic Clinics) are proud to be associated with Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) and their goal to screen 1,000 backs over the month of June. Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) is a global resource for patients, their families and healthcare professionals to learn about scoliosis, how to effectively diagnose it and discover the latest proven treatment techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scoliosis describes a lateral curve of the spine, above 10 degrees including vertebral rotation. Although most curves are small, some can be progressive and lead to spinal and postural deformities and sometimes pain in later life.

There are genetic risk factors for scoliosis, but there is no confirmed cause of scoliosis development. Poor posture, carrying backpacks, and choice of mattress have not been shown to cause nor influence scoliosis.

Scoliosis often develops rapidly in pre-adolescence or adolescence. The condition is usually painless, so there may be no symptoms to indicate a developing scoliosis. Pre-teens and teens often favor loose clothing which may conceal visual indications of a scoliosis.

Girls should be first checked around 10-12 years old. Boys should be first checked around 11-13 years old. Earlier detection and intervention have been shown to lead to better long-term outcomes for the patient.

Ideally a “scoliometer” should be used to measure the Angle of Trunk Rotation (ATR). A trained Health Professional can administer a scoliosis screening, looking for clinical indication of scoliosis in the patient’s posture. If signs are detected, further investigation including X-Ray imaging may be recommended to confirm their findings.

There is no known way to prevent a scoliosis from developing. The best-known ways to prevent a scoliosis from worsening are early detection and prompt treatment.
Complementary treatment may play an important role though in addressing the ongoing health needs of a patient with scoliosis, however there are limitations. These approaches may give pain relief, improve movement, and help general posture and strength. These treatments should be encouraged if they help an individual patient deal with specific pain, posture, or mobility issues.

No. However, it is imperative to have children checked regularly if a parent or family member has scoliosis.

If a scoliosis is confirmed on X-Ray, an MRI may be recommended to rule out rare complications. For mild curves, observation or scoliosis rehabilitation may be indicated. For moderate curves, scoliosis bracing may be recommended. For severe curves, a surgical consultation is often necessary

In our community, we will be performing Spine and Posture Screenings at Dr Spine Scoliosis and Rehab Centre – New Bel Road, Bangalore.

Clinics during the month of June to help towards the early detection and treatment of scoliosis.


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