If you’re over 35 and dealing with nagging low back pain that just won’t quit, you may have heard your physical therapist or doctor mention your “posture” or “core strength.” But there’s often a more specific issue at play—one that doesn’t get talked about enough: the loss of your natural lumbar lordosis. In our years … Read more
Hearing the word “scoliosis” attached to your child’s name can stop you in your tracks. Maybe it was found during a routine pediatrician visit, a school screening, or because you noticed one shoulder sitting higher than the other. Whatever led you here, we want you to know something important right away: you have time, you … Read more
If you or someone you love has scoliosis, you’ve probably done some research. Maybe you’ve searched for braces, physical therapy, or even surgeons. And chances are, you’ve come across a lot of providers who say they “treat scoliosis.” But here’s an important question you may not have thought to ask: How often do they actually … Read more
If your child has just been diagnosed with scoliosis—or if you’re an adult who’s lived with a curve for years—you’ve probably heard a range of advice. “Just watch it.” “Try physical therapy.” “Look into Schroth.” It’s a lot to sort through, especially when you’re trying to make the right decision for your family or yourself.
If you or your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, you’ve likely heard the traditional advice: watch and wait, wear a brace, or — in more severe cases — consider surgery. For decades, those were the primary options on the table. But a growing body of research is changing that conversation in a meaningful way, and families across the country are taking notice. Scoliosis-specific exercise — particularly the Schroth Method — is no longer considered a fringe or experimental approach. It’s backed by an expanding base of clinical evidence, and many experts in the field are now advocating for it to become a standard of care alongside bracing and medical monitoring.
Receiving a scoliosis diagnosis can bring up a lot of questions. Some people wonder if they’ll have to give up the activities they love. Others worry about how the condition may affect them as they get older. Parents may be concerned about how scoliosis will impact their child’s future, while adults may simply want to know how to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. At Align Therapy Utah, we believe therapy isn’t about chasing perfect posture. It’s about helping you move better, stay active, and continue doing the things that matter most to you.
If you or your child has recently been diagnosed with scoliosis, you’ve probably already encountered a flood of conflicting information. Well-meaning friends share what worked for their neighbor’s kid. Online forums contradict each other. And somewhere in the middle of it all, you’re left wondering: What is actually true?
In the clinic, I often meet people who have bounced between the dentist, the ear-nose-throat doctor, and even the emergency room. They describe jaw pain when they chew, headaches that sit in front of the ear, or a deep ache that feels like it is inside the ear. Their tests all come back “normal,” but they still hurt. Very often, what we discover together is that they are dealing with TMJ-related pain that simply has not been recognized yet.
If you or your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, you’ve probably been told to “do some core exercises” and come back in a few months. Maybe you’ve even been working with a physical therapist who has you on a general strengthening program – planks, bridges, and the usual suspects. And maybe, despite putting in the work, you’re still noticing the curve getting worse, your posture isn’t improving, or you simply don’t feel like anything is actually helping. Understanding the difference between general care and specialized scoliosis treatment could genuinely change the outcome for you or someone you love.
In my clinic, I often meet people in their 30s, 40s, and beyond who say something like this: I tried physical therapy for my scoliosis. They had me do core work, planks, and some stretches. My pain got a little better, but my curve still progressed. I thought PT was supposed to fix it. Most of the time, they did not receive scoliosis-specific therapy. Let us clear the air on a few myths so you can make better decisions about your next step.
