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 …
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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-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 …
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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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Scoliosis and kyphosis treatment commonly involves diagnosing the spinal curve with an x-ray as well as consistent follow-up using x-rays to see if the curve is getting worse. Many times, if a child with scoliosis is braced, they will also have x-rays to check the fit of that brace. Receiving this many x-rays during adolescence …
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Scoliosis: Why You Shouldn’t Be Ashamed Scoliosis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and stigmatized medical conditions. For many individuals, the journey with scoliosis is often accompanied by feelings of self-consciousness, shame, and embarrassment. Whether diagnosed in childhood or adulthood, scoliosis can be a …
Scoliosis: The Hidden Pains Scoliosis, often considered a condition primarily affecting adolescents, can also impact adults in ways that may not be immediately noticeable. While some people experience a visible curvature of the spine, others may find themselves dealing with pain, stiffness, or a reduced range of motion without knowing that scoliosis is to blame. …
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