Scoliosis, not collision, likely left whale bent, expert says (as seen on CNN)

As previously posted on February 27, 2011 on original blog

I first came across this story a week ago, and did not know how to to take it.

CNN reports that a large humpback whale was seen around Hawaii and was showing signs of distress. As you can see from the picture, the whale has a similar curve to the pictures we show on our website. The experts are saying that the cause of the disfiguration is scoliosis. The whale's spine can be seen in a state similar to scoliotic curves in humans. I can't help but wonder how that whale must feel. I hope he gets relief soon. Please see the full article at

http://news.blogs.cnn.com/2011/02/11/scoliosis-not-collision-likely-left-whale-bent-expert-says/

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New DNA Test Predicts Risk of Severe Scoliosis.

As previously posted on February 21, 2011 on original blog

Although the new DNA testing came about almost 2 years ago, this procedure is growing in significance and prevalance among scoliosis patients. The DNA test, a quick swab of the inside of the mouth, can determine with high probability the risk of a curvature in adolescents becoming more severe. It can determine the course of action for a doctor and patient, as well as, aid in the functionality of the spine at critical junctions in treatment.

This medical breakthrough is monumental in the sense that it offers a streamlined approach to care compared to the "wait and see" approaches of the doctors today. This is not a knock on doctors, but how can you accurately prescribe treatments if the cause is unknown, future detriments are unknown, and the outcomes are unknown. To answer this....YOU CAN'T! So this test is another milestone achieved by the geniuses at Axial Biotech. Feel free to read the entire article located at http://nyp.org/news/hospital/dna-severe-scoliosis.html. You can also find additional information on the Scoliosis Information page located on our website www.thescoliosisfoundation.org. Thank you for your continued support!Please visit http://www.thescoliosisfoundation.org/ for more information.

Welcome to the Blog

As previously posted on February 12, 2011 on original blog

 

 

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