More Scoliosis Stretches to Try

Some time ago, we shared a series of stretches for scoliosis sufferers to perform in order to improve strength and balance while also relieving some of the aches and pains that a spinal curvature can cause.

While performing a few exercises at home is no substitute for attending a full ScolioGold treatment course here at the Scoliosis SOS Clinic, we know that these stretches can be very beneficial in their own right, and so we'd like to share a few more suggestions today. As before, please note that performing these stretches does not mean you shouldn't also seek professional treatment for your scoliosis. They are designed to complement, not replace, other treatment methods.

Wall stretch

1. Find a flat wall that you can stand against. (You can also use the floor if there's no available wall space.)
   
   
2. Stand with your back to the wall and your feet slightly in front of you.
   
   
3. Press your head/shoulders back so they're firmly against the wall.
   
   
4. Push your lower back towards the wall. Try to touch the wall if you can (but don't strain too hard).
   
   
5. Hold this position while you take three deep breaths in and out.
   
   
6. Relax and repeat five times.

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Doorway stretch

1. Stand in a doorway.
   
   
2. Place one arm on the doorframe so that it's pointing upwards (your elbow should be bent to a 90° angle, and your upper arm should be roughly in line with your shoulder).
   
   
3. Step forward with one leg (on the same side as your raised arm).
   
   
4. Keeping your arm pressed against the doorframe and lean forward slightly. You should feel the stretch in your pectoral (chest) area.
   
   
5. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then relax and repeat two more times.
   
   
6. Finally, turn around and repeat steps 1-5 with the other side of your body.

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Desk stretch

1. Sit in a sturdy chair in front of a desk.
   
   
2. Place your feet flat on the floor so that your knees are bent to a 90° angle.
   
   
3. Place your arms under your desk with your palms down (so that the backs of your hands are touching the underside of the desk).
   
   
4. Gently push upwards with your hands and forearms so that they're pressed against the underside of the desk.
   
   
5. At the same time, stretch your upper back and allow your pelvis to rock forward slightly.
   
   
6. Tuck in your chin so that you feel the stretch in your neck as well as your upper back.
   
   
7. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then repeat twice.

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