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π Thank you to everyone who took part in Walk Together!![]()
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What an incredible weekend of walking, connecting, and raising awareness for scoliosis across the UK. It was amazing to see so many people come together in so many different locations, all for the same purpose.![]()
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We hope you had a chance to meet others, share experiences, and feel part of a supportive community, thatβs exactly what Walk Together is all about.![]()
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined, supported, and helped make it such a special event.![]()
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π₯ Enjoy the recap reel from London!![]()
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And most importantlyβ¦ weβll see you next year.![]()
Walk Together will be back in 2027 π
π₯ Mr Ashley Cole β How long do you need to wear a scoliosis brace?![]()
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How long is scoliosis bracing actually needed for?![]()
It varies from person to person.![]()
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In this video, Consultant Spinal Surgeon Mr Ashley Cole explains how long patients typically need to wear a brace.![]()
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β’ How growth and curve severity affect duration![]()
β’ Why bracing is tied to skeletal maturity![]()
β’ Typical daily wear recommendations![]()
β’ When bracing treatment usually ends![]()
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π£ Part of our Scoliosis Awareness Month series.![]()
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#ScoliosisAwarenessMonth #scoliosis #ScoliosisBracing #Ais #SpineHealth #orthotics
π’ Join us for our Bristol Patient Event on Saturday 27th June!![]()
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An afternoon event for anyone affected by scoliosis, featuring talks from experienced specialists covering adult spine health.![]()
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π Saturday 27th June![]()
π Novotel Bristol Centre![]()
β° 1pm β 4pm![]()
π Tickets available now![]()
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What to expect:![]()
β’ Spine health and wellbeing![]()
β’ Treatments and management for scoliosis![]()
β’ Physiotherapy and movement for people living with scoliosis![]()
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π₯ Lunch included (with vegan option available)![]()
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A brilliant opportunity to hear from leading specialists, ask questions, and connect with others who understand the journey.![]()
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π Places are limited β book your ticket today!![]()
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Scan the QR code or book here:![]()
app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/ScoliosisSupportAndResearch/bristolevent.html
β οΈ Please note: This is not an SSR-funded research project.![]()
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We sometimes share external research opportunities to help give studies the widest possible reach and chance of success within the scoliosis community. Participation is entirely your choice, and we encourage you to read the information carefully before deciding whether to take part.![]()
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π¬ Take Part in Scoliosis Research at Imperial College London![]()
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Do you have scoliosis and would like to contribute to research?![]()
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Researchers at Imperial College London are looking for participants for a new study using motion capture technology to better understand movement in people with scoliosis.![]()
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π Location: Imperial College London![]()
β±οΈ Duration: 1.5β2 hours![]()
πΆ Activities: Simple walking and stretching tasks![]()
β Free refreshments provided![]()
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If you're interested in taking part or would like to find out more, scan the QR code on the study poster or contact e.susanto25@imperial.ac.uk.![]()
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Please feel free to share with anyone who may be interested.
π Thank you to everyone who took part in Walk Together yesterday!![]()
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We loved seeing so many of you out walking, connecting, and raising awareness for scoliosis across the UK. It was amazing to see the community come together in so many different locations.![]()
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We hope you all had the chance to meet others, share your stories, and feel part of something bigger.![]()
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This is just the beginning and weβre already thinking aheadβ¦ we hope to bring Walk Together back next year, even bigger and better! π![]()
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Thank you again to everyone who took part, supported, and helped make it so special.
π₯ Mr Ashley Cole β Improving scoliosis brace comfort![]()
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Can scoliosis braces be made more comfortable?![]()
Yes and small changes can make a big difference.![]()
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In this video, Consultant Spinal Surgeon Mr Ashley Cole explains how patients can improve brace comfort in daily life.![]()
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π£ Part of our Scoliosis Awareness Month series.![]()
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#ScoliosisAwarenessMonth #scoliosis #ScoliosisBracing #Ais #SpineHealth #orthotics
