Scoliosis is often talked about in numbers — degrees, progression rates, surgical thresholds. But behind every curve is a person navigating real decisions, real fears, and real life. In this conversation, Carolyn shares her journey with severe scoliosis — a journey that began in adolescence with a 34-degree curve and a “watch and wait” recommendation […]
On a family trip to Puerto Rico, I ended up with more than 80 mosquito bites because I waited to use repellent until I was already miserable. Scoliosis and back pain often work the same way: problems creep in quietly, and by the time you really notice them, things feel overwhelming. General exercise is helpful,
This week, I met with a new patient who came into our clinic for back pain related to scoliosis. During her discovery visit, she shared a story I hear several times each week. She explained that she had tried many treatments over the years — including pain management, chiropractic care, and physical therapy. While some
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A story I see all the time Someone walks into my clinic in Lehi or St George Utah, sits down, and says something like: > “I’ve been told my scoliosis is mild. > > I’ve done some core exercises, been to a PT, saw a chiropractor for a while, but my back still hurts and
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Many people with scoliosis are told long lists of things they “can’t” do – no running, no lifting, only gentle exercise. In my experience, most spines are far less fragile than that. With individualized, non-surgical scoliosis treatment and the right progression, most adults can safely stay active, strong, and doing the things they love. The
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Many people learning the Schroth Method for scoliosis feel like if they cannot do every exercise perfectly at home, it is not worth doing at all. In reality, consistent, “good enough” practice – even at 50% of how it looks in the clinic – can still support your spine, breathing, and confidence. Perfection is not
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I often think back to one patient, “Mark” (name changed for privacy), who came to me after 3 years of nearly complete inactivity. In his late 30s, he had gradually become more sedentary—sitting on the couch after work, avoiding sports and leisure activities because his back ached, declining to walk much beyond his immediate needs.
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Over the last few weeks here in Lehi, Utah, our kids have been preparing for summer vacation! It is an exciting time, and at Align Therapy in Lehi and St George, we tend to see a seasonality of injuries and problems in kids as well as adults. One of these common problems is a forward
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“Sit up straight!” Janet found herself repeating these words more often than she liked. Watching her 14-year-old son, Lucas, hunched over his dinner plate night after night, she worried about his posture becoming a bad habit that could affect his health and confidence. Despite her constant reminders, Lucas’s slouch seemed to worsen, and no amount
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In today’s digital age, it’s increasingly common to turn to platforms like YouTube for health advice and treatment options for various conditions, including scoliosis and kyphosis. However, as you browse through countless videos claiming to “fix” scoliosis, the experience can become more than just overwhelming—it can be downright frustrating. The internet is full of misinformation
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