Episode 1: Introduction to The Scoliosis Experience Podcast As I have seen scoliosis patients in my practice, I have learned many things. One of the most important things I have learned is that all those with scoliosis need support. The other thing is that nearly all those living with scoliosis can help support others. I …
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Episode 2: What is Scoliosis Specific Exercise and is it right for you? In this episode, we discuss Scoliosis Specific Exercise. Korey Derocher, DPT, and David Butler, DPT are physical therapists who work at Align Therapy and specialize in scoliosis. They have 7 years of experience in treating scoliosis with the Schroth Method and SEAS …
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Episode 3: A Pediatricians Perspecitve on Scoliosis with Dr Scott Mumford In this episode, we talk to Dr Scott Mumford! Dr Mumford is a pediatrician in Utah County and is a great supporter of our scoliosis program. He has been a great resource for our patients and is awesome at helping his patients get the …
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Episode 4: Juvenile Scoliosis Experience with Bracing with Ava and Ryan In this episode we talk to Ava who was diagnosed with Juvenile scoliosis. Her situation is unique where she was diagnosed when she was younger, and she has been braced for some time now. She shares her experience with being diagnosed, being braced, and …
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Episode 5: Patient Perspecitve with Zaylei on Vertebral Body Tethering In this episode we talk to Zaylei who is recovering from VBT surgery. She describes her history and diagnosis with scoliosis and how their family decided to pursue VBT. Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) is a newer surgical procedure to reduce scoliosis curves without fusion. Historically, …
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Episode 6: Consistency is Key with Scoliosis Treatment. Isaac’s Scoliosis Experience In this episode we talk to Isaac who has been dealing with scoliosis during his teenage years. He discusses how he was diagnosed, what he felt at that time, and what he did about it. He gives some great advice on what to do …
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Episode 7: Scoliosis Surgeon Dr John Smith on VBT, Scoliosis Surgery, Recovery and Treatment. In this episode we talk to Dr John Smith. He has been the foremost scoliosis surgeon in Utah and surrounding states, and is well known for his techniques. He was kind enough to spend some time discussing what he does for …
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Episode 8: Living with Adult Scoliosis with Kristen Davis In this episode, Kristen Davis shares with us her experience with scoliosis. She has a unique perspective on scoliosis and tells us about what she has done for treatment. She was diagnosed as a teenager and has had a long road learning how to manage her …
Episode 9: Yoga Therapy for Scoliosis In this episode, Kristen Davis talks about a great option for scoliosis treatment called Yoga Therapy. In her search for ways to treat her own scoliosis, she found yoga as a way to increase her awareness of her body and to improve posture. As it turned out, Yoga Therapy …
With the snow falling in Utah, we can definitely see that ski season is right around the corner. One of my favorite things about the fall and winter is the promise of the greatest snow on earth in the mountains around Lehi. We live in an amazing place for winter activities. Usually, I take my …
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