Ahead of the Curve, The Scoliosis Experience

Have you tried the Schroth Method of scoliosis care? Or wondered if it would be helpful for you?

The Schroth Method offers several benefits, and it’s tailored to your particular curve. It’s also a non-invasive approach that relies primarily on exercise.

In this episode, I’m explaining everything you need to know about the Schroth Method:

• Fundamental principles
• Research and evidence
• Alternative scoliosis treatments
• Benefits and potential results

Catch the full episode for all the details.


Resources mentioned:

• Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School
• Scoliosis and Spine Online Learning (SSOL)
• Responsiveness and Minimal Important Changes of the Scoliosis Research Society - 22 Patient Questionnaire in Subjects With Mild Adolescent and Moderate Adult Idiopathic Scoliosis Undergoing Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation: Marco Monticone, et al. 
• Effects of the Schroth exercise on idiopathic scoliosis: a meta-analysis: Joo-Hee Park, et al.
• Ahead of the Curve, Episode 3: Are You Breathing in a Way That Feeds Your Curve or Counters Your Curve?
• Three-Dimensional Treatment for Scoliosis: A Physiotherapeutic Method for Deformities of the Spine: Christa Lehnert-Schroth
• Scolio Savvy Fitness
• The Scoliosis Strength Collective

Wondering if your child has scoliosis?

There are so many benefits of early diagnosis when it comes to scoliosis, but children aren’t routinely screened in school anymore. Fortunately, it’s something you can do yourself!

In this episode, I’m covering everything you need to know about scoliosis in children:

• Risk factors and statistics
• Step-by-step scoliosis screening
• Curve severity categories
• What to do if your child shows potential signs of scoliosis

Tune in to the episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• Scoliosis Screening Map
• Idiopathic Scoliosis in Children and Adolescents
• National Scoliosis Foundation
• Scoliosis Research Society: Scoliosis Information for Parents
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Scolio Savvy Fitness

Living with scoliosis and chronic pain can be exhausting — and discouraging.

But hearing someone else’s experience can help you feel less alone. So that’s why I’m talking with model and journalist Shivani Persad about her scoliosis journey.

In this episode, Shivani and I cover:

• Living and working with chronic pain
• Finding the right treatments
• Advocating for yourself
• Regaining your confidence

Tune in to catch my entire conversation with Shivani.

Resources mentioned:

• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

Did you know that many scoliosis patients often have hypermobility too?

It’s true! And both of these conditions can contribute to chronic pain and an increased risk of injury. Fortunately, you can protect your joints and your spine by building strength through targeted exercise.

In this episode, I’m covering the connections between hypermobility and scoliosis:

• Statistics and facts
• Self-diagnosis test for hypermobility
• Protecting your joints
• Exercising safely

Tune in to the episode to catch all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• Altered balance control in thoracic adolescent idiopathic scoliosis during obstructed gait. JR Engsberg, LG Lenke, K Vanderborne, et al.
• A simple questionnaire to detect hypermobility: an adjunct to the assessment of patients with diffuse musculoskeletal pain. AJ Hakin, R Grahame
• A framework for the classification of joint hypermobility and related conditions. Marco Castory, Brad Tinkle, Howard Levy, Rodney Grahame, Fransiska Malfait, Alan Hakim
• Joint hypermobility and genetic collagen disorders: are they related? Rodney Grahame
• The 2017 international classification of the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes. Fransiska Malfait, Clair Francomano, Peter Byers, John Belmont, Britta Berglund, James Black, Lara Bloom, Jessica M. Bowen, Angela F. Brady, Nigel P Burrows, Marco Castori, et al.
• Significant association between parent-child hypermobility in idiopathic scoliosis: support for the connective tissue-laxity theory. C Barrios, C Pérez-Encinas, JI Maruenda, M Laguía
• Whole-exome sequencing identifiers a rare variety in CHST3 associated with familial scoliosis. JS Bae, HS Lee, UK Kim, et al. 
• Identification and novel in-vitro functional testing of a naturally occurring AVPR2 variant causing X-linked nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. EE Baschal, CI Wethey, K Swindle, et al.
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

Pilates offers many health benefits, but it can be dangerous for scoliosis patients — unless you make some modifications.

Some Pilates poses put too much pressure on the spine and exacerbate your scoliosis symptoms, so it’s important to adapt them.

In this episode, I’m covering:

• Which Pilates poses to avoid
• How to analyze risks to your curve
• How to modify Pilates poses to make them safe for scoliosis patients
• Props that make it easier to adapt Pilates poses

Tune in to learn how to protect your curve and practice Pilates safely!

Resources mentioned:

• Physio Ball
• The Scolio Therapist on Instagram
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

There’s a strong connection between scoliosis and osteoporosis.

And it’s crucial to understand that connection if you want to mitigate some of the risks and challenges of osteoporosis.

In this episode, I’m covering:

• Osteoporosis and how it’s diagnosed
• Osteoporosis risk factors and statistics
• The link between osteoporosis and scoliosis
• How to improve bone density in ways that are safe for your spine

Tune in to get critical information on keeping your bones strong and minimizing the progression of your curve.

Resources mentioned:

• Study: Does Scoliosis Cause Low Bone Mass? A Comparative Study Between Siblings
• Study: Effects of Resistance Exercise on Bone Health
• Buff Bones
• The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp
• Schedule a Discovery Call

Want to improve your health and help prevent your curve from progressing?

The answer is exercise — specifically, following a workout routine designed for scoliosis. In this episode, I’m covering:

• Whether exercise is safe for scoliosis patients
• How to create a comfortable exercise environment
• Developing a safe workout routine
• The benefits of exercising alone vs. in a group

Tune in for the truth on exercising safely with scoliosis and expert advice on supporting your spine through movement.

Resources mentioned:

• 10 At-Home Exercises for Scoliosis
• Scoliosis Strength Collective

Managing your scoliosis isn’t just about finding a treatment plan and exercise routine.

You also need to find your community — a group of people who understand your experience and provide support and encouragement.

This episode is all about the value of a scoliosis support group. I’m covering:

• The benefits of a scoliosis community
• How to find a group
• What to expect as a member
• The differences between 1:1 and small-group coaching

Having a support group can make all the difference in your scoliosis journey. 

Resources mentioned:

• Scoliosis Strength Collective
• Schedule a Discovery Call

One of the best ways to support your curve and treat scoliosis symptoms is to exercise!

This episode is all about how to incorporate simple, safe scoliosis exercises into your daily routine. I’m covering

• What your exercise routine should focus on
• How to keep your spine safe when exercising
• Which at-home exercises to start with
• How to make exercises harder as you progress

Even a few minutes a day can make a significant difference in your posture, alignment, and back pain.

Resources mentioned:

• 10 At-Home Exercises for Scoliosis
• Scoliosis Strength Collective

Having scoliosis can impact your self-esteem and make it difficult to feel comfortable and confident in your body. 

But there are several steps you can take to improve your mental and emotional health, whether you just got your diagnosis or have been living with scoliosis for years.

In this episode, I’m interviewing Carolina Diaz, a member of my Advanced Scoliosis Strength Collective. We’re talking about:

• What it’s really like to live with scoliosis
• How to be confident about your curve
• What to do on days where self-esteem is lacking

Resources mentioned:

• The Scoliosis Strength Collective