Scoliosis Resource Centre and Scoliosis Awareness Walk Ottawa

05/21/2026

📢 June 1, 2026 is officially Scoliosis Awareness Day in Ottawa! Proclaimed by Mayor of Ottawa Mark Sutcliffe !
Since 2011, the Mayor of Ottawa has proclaimed June 1st as a day dedicated to raising awareness about scoliosis—helping families, healthcare providers, and communities understand the importance of early detection and timely treatment.
This year’s proclamation ceremony was a meaningful reminder that scoliosis awareness saves spines. YouTube link to the ceremony: https://youtu.be/_BZV3K7KNkE?is=BtY_qmp0ssqakVqO
Scoliosis is not just about posture—it is a progressive spinal condition that, when identified early, can often be managed successfully with:
✅ Scoliosis screening
✅ Early detection
✅ Scoliosis-specific physiotherapy exercises
✅ Bracing treatment
These evidence-based interventions can help halt progression in the majority of cases and reduce the need for surgery.
Yet since school scoliosis screening programs were discontinued in many places starting in the 1980s, far too many adolescents are being diagnosed late—often when curves have already progressed significantly, leaving surgery as the primary option.
We can change this through awareness, education, and action.
🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Take a step forward for scoliosis awareness!
Join us for the Walk for Scoliosis Awareness Ottawa
📅 June 27, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Stanley Park, Ottawa visit: scoliosisresourcecentre.com
Every step helps raise awareness for early detection, better treatment access, and healthier futures for children and teens living with scoliosis.
Let’s keep the conversation going and make early detection a priority.
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Welcome to the Scoliosis Resource Centre. We Provide Information and Support for Scoliosis and Spinal Disorder Patients and Their Families.

05/21/2026

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe has proclaimed the 12th Scoliosis Awareness Da...

05/21/2026

📢 June 1, 2026 is officially Scoliosis Awareness Day in Ottawa!
Since 2011, the Mayor of Ottawa has proclaimed June 1st as a day dedicated to raising awareness about scoliosis—helping families, healthcare providers, and communities understand the importance of early detection and timely treatment.
This year’s proclamation ceremony was a meaningful reminder that scoliosis awareness saves spines. YouTube link to the ceremony: https://youtu.be/_BZV3K7KNkE?is=BtY_qmp0ssqakVqO
Scoliosis is not just about posture—it is a progressive spinal condition that, when identified early, can often be managed successfully with:
✅ Scoliosis screening
✅ Early detection
✅ Scoliosis-specific physiotherapy exercises
✅ Bracing treatment
These evidence-based interventions can help halt progression in the majority of cases and reduce the need for surgery.
Yet since school scoliosis screening programs were discontinued in many places starting in the 1980s, far too many adolescents are being diagnosed late—often when curves have already progressed significantly, leaving surgery as the primary option.
We can change this through awareness, education, and action.
🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Take a step forward for scoliosis awareness!
Join us for the Walk for Scoliosis Awareness Ottawa
📅 June 27, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Stanley Park, Ottawa
Every step helps raise awareness for early detection, better treatment access, and healthier futures for children and teens living with scoliosis.
Let’s keep the conversation going and make early detection a priority.

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe has proclaimed the 12th Scoliosis Awareness Da...

05/15/2026

Join us we are ready to walk to make a difference!

10th Annual Scoliosis Walk (CTV Ottawa News coverage - June 8, 2025)

04/19/2026

https://youtu.be/THb5cWp5Fqs
Screening for scoliosis is key!

Adam bend- Dr. Andrea Lebel

12/31/2025

11/09/2025

Today's question from a 14 year old 2 weeks post fusion patient: Can I sleep on my stomach?
here is the answer:
Healing and stability: At 2 weeks, the spinal fusion is still in the very early healing phase. The bone grafts and hardware (rods, screws) need to remain in optimal alignment without excessive twisting or arching forces — which prone sleeping can cause.
Pressure on the spine: Lying on the stomach can extend (arch) the lower back and neck, placing strain on the fused segments and possibly on the incision.
Incision and comfort: The surgical site may still be tender or swollen, and pressure against it can cause discomfort or interfere with wound healing.
Safer sleeping positions:
Flat on the back (supine) — usually the preferred position after fusion, often with a pillow under the knees to reduce strain on the back.
On the side (lateral) — if allowed by the surgeon, with a pillow between the knees to maintain spinal alignment.
After about 6–12 weeks, depending on the healing progress and surgeon’s advice, the patient may gradually resume other positions, including prone, if it’s comfortable and safe.
👉 Recommendation: Always follow the specific postoperative instructions from the surgeon or spine team, every case (especially in adolescents) is a bit different depending on the levels fused and reason for surgery.

11/09/2025

https://youtu.be/OqZIg8L0Y_Q?si=6b0tWlrCl7dkinuV

Over the past year, we’ve followed five incredible people, each with a completely different scoliosis journey — capturing the highs, the lows, and everything...

09/01/2025

September is Scoliosis Screnning Month! It SHOULD BE proclamed around the WORLD!
Free scoliosis screening at 1335 Carling Avenue suite 300 during workdays call: 613-233-7182 to book your family !

https://youtu.be/gag4smjEb8c?si=z6U2MglI1qvhOMz0os

For more information visit: https://www.scoliosisphysiotherapy.com/Contact: scoliosisphysiotherapy@gmail.com

08/12/2025

A video summary of Scoliosis Awareness Month in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada - June 2025Thank you to everyone who helped make our events a success.