Being diagnosed with any medical condition, at any age, can always be difficult. Unfortunately, in medicine, there are different conditions where the cause is unknown. A common orthopedic diagnosis that fits into this category is frozen shoulder; we know there are risk factors that make a person more likely to develop the condition, however, we … Read more
Were you diagnosed with scoliosis as a teenager? Were you one of the “lucky few” who got to wear those bulky, hot, and fashionable and trendsetting braces? Maybe some of you had surgery and have since recovered and moved on with your life. Have you wondered, did my scoliosis just disappear from my healthcare provider’s … Read more
In 2015, I decided to open my own practice in Lehi Utah to make specialized treatment in scoliosis more accessible. Until then, scoliosis specific exercise treatment wasn’t available within 250 miles. Since then, I have been asked many times what the difference is, and if all Physical Therapists treat scoliosis. Being a scoliosis specialist, I … Read more
A common question I get with new scoliosis patients at my clinic in Lehi, Utah is “How are you going to “fix” my scoliosis?”. Even though scoliosis treatment has come a long way, we still can’t fix it completely. Here is why. What causes scoliosis? First off, we need to think about what scoliosis is … Read more
Yesterday, while treating a patient with scoliosis at my clinic in Lehi Utah, I was asked an interesting question. I get questions all the time about scoliosis and most of the time they are very similar. “Jimmy always sits in weird positions while doing his homework. I keep telling him to sit up straight but … Read more
As a Physical Therapist who specializes in the treatment of scoliosis using The Schroth Method in Utah, I get asked this question frequently. Does the Schroth Method for scoliosis really work? The answer is a definite YES! …with some clarification. Some days as a physical therapist in Lehi, Utah, I feel like I am the … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
