The last few months have really been life changing: from increased time with close family, to frequent frozen pizzas and Netflix binges. We’ve all witnessed the world around us changing at an alarming pace and, if we’re brutally honest, most of us have been doing so from the comfort of our sofas. No blame, just …
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What do you think about when I say the following: “Core Strength”? It’s natural to think of your core as just your abdominal muscles – surfer ‘6 packs’ and ‘washboard abs’. It’s natural to want that, too! But, what if I told you that core strength is something entirely different? What if it isn’t about …
Do you ever feel as though nothing will ever help you get rid of your pain? Have you suffered for so long that you’ve just started to accept your pain as a burden you’re destined to carry? Many people feel the way you do, and these feelings are often compounded by the fact that everything …
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So, you’re thinking about knee or hip replacement surgery… it’s a big decision. Alongside getting a mortgage, starting a family, and walking your children down the aisle, major surgery is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. And yet… have you thought about it much? Have you thought about what surgery will …
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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