Strengthening the Core: A Key to Managing Scoliosis Naturally
In this blog, we’ll explore why core strength matters for scoliosis, how it supports spinal health, and provide practical exercises and tips to safely strengthen the core.
In this blog, we’ll explore why core strength matters for scoliosis, how it supports spinal health, and provide practical exercises and tips to safely strengthen the core.
Living with scoliosis doesn’t just mean managing a curved spine—it often means dealing with pain, discomfort, and limitations in your daily life. While medical treatment and physical therapy are essential for long-term management, many people are surprised to learn that simple at-home strategies can offer real relief between appointments. Whether your scoliosis pain is a …
At-Home Remedies That Can Help Ease Scoliosis Pain Read More »
Do you ever feel like the insurance system is geared against you getting the best scoliosis treatment possible? When you or your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis, it is very common to feel overwhelmed and not know what to do. You want the best possible scoliosis treatment, but often you might find yourself stuck …
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Scoliosis is a condition that affects the spine, causing it to curve sideways. While it often manifests during childhood or adolescence, it can also develop or worsen in adulthood. In either case, the management of scoliosis is essential to avoid discomfort, improve quality of life, and prevent the condition from worsening. However, when it comes …
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Scoliosis is a complex condition that affects the spine’s natural alignment, causing it to curve to the side in an “S” or “C” shape. For many people with scoliosis, the condition is initially painless, especially during adolescence when the body is still growing. However, as time goes on, the risk of experiencing pain increases, with …
Understanding Scoliosis Pain: Why It Happens and How to Find Relief Read More »
Living with scoliosis can feel overwhelming, especially when pain starts to interfere with your daily life. Not all those with scoliosis will have pain, but it is more common with bigger curves, and as we age. However, you’re not alone, and there are proven strategies to help reduce pain and improve your overall function. Here, …
Scoliosis-specific exercises like the Schroth Method and the Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis (SEAS) have become pivotal for conservative treatment of scoliosis at our clinics. These evidence-based practices focus on strengthening muscles, retraining posture, and halting or reversing the progression of spinal curves. However, many of my patients, particularly adolescents, often face significant challenges in …
Top Struggles when Treating Scoliosis with the Schroth Method and SEAS Approach: Part 1 Read More »
Starting your scoliosis treatment with the Schroth Method is an empowering first step toward improving your posture, reducing pain, and preventing curve progression. The real magic, however, happens in the follow-up visits. These ongoing sessions are where progress takes shape, adjustments are made, and you truly learn to integrate the techniques into your everyday life. …
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Developed in the 1920’s, The Schroth Method has become widely recognized as the most researched and used conservative treatment of those with scoliosis and kyphosis. It was developed in Germany by Katharina Schroth, who found herself dealing with her own scoliosis and finding movements and exercises that improved the look and feel of it. One-hundred …
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Many people who hear the term “scoliosis” think of a condition that develops in childhood or the teenage years. But there’s another form of scoliosis that’s present at birth: congenital scoliosis. This spinal condition develops due to abnormalities in the spine during fetal growth, creating a curvature that’s visible early in life. This type of …
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