In conjunction with the official awareness month of Scoliosis held in June, ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital, the preferred orthopaedic healthcare service provider has partnered with pharmaceutical company, Viatris to drive awareness on Scoliosis among Malaysians.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that most often is diagnosed in adolescents. Most cases of scoliosis are mild, but some curves worsen as children grow and severe scoliosis can be disabling.
An especially-severe spinal curve can reduce the amount of space within the chest, making it difficult for the lungs to function properly, and thus creating complications such as chronic pain, breathing difficulties, and a reduced capacity for exercise.
The collaboration between ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital and Viatris will be held across 4 pharmacy branches in the Klang valley and walk-in visitors will receive a complimentary posture screening to detect early signs of Scoliosis if any. Parents with young children along with the youth are highly encouraged to undertake the posture screenings.
“As a healthcare institution, we are committed to drive awareness and educate Malaysians to detect early signs of Scoliosis. Without early treatment, prolonged Scoliosis can severely impact health in the long term.
“We are also honoured to have partnered with Viatris who believes in the importance of driving awareness and educating fellow Malaysians on Scoliosis,” said Assoc. Prof. (C) Dr. G Ruslan Nazaruddin Simanjuntak, Consultant Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon and Chairman, ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital.
“Through these screenings, we hope to make a difference in the patients’ lives and improving their quality of life. This is aligned with our mission of empowering people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life” said Jeff Bote, Country Manager of Viatris Malaysia.
The Scoliosis community screenings are supported by strategic healthcare partners, Caring Pharmacy and Health Lane Family Pharmacy.
