What can you expect from a small-group scoliosis coaching program? How do you know whether it’s the right fit for you?

There are many ways to get support to help you manage your scoliosis better. And it’s important to choose the one that’s right for you. It’s easy to dismiss group programs as being “less personalized” than 1:1 coaching. However, these community-based programs have many unique benefits!

This episode is all about the ins and outs of group scoliosis coaching:

• What to expect in a group program
• The pros and cons of group coaching
• Why it’s important to have a scoliosis community
• Success stories from small-group coaching members
• How to decide if group coaching is right for you

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

The Scoliosis Strength Collective 

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The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

Coregeous Ball

When you think about managing your scoliosis symptoms, do you consider your diet?

Many people underestimate the effect that food has on overall health and specific issues, such as inflammation and bone health. But it’s crucial to factor in your diet when you’re looking for ways to reduce pain and manage your scoliosis symptoms.

In this episode, I’m talking with health and nutrition expert Anna Peluso Simonson about food and spinal health:

• The vitamins and nutrients that support your bones
• Why hydration matters
• Foods that support spinal health
• Meal planning tips
• Things that compromise bone health

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

Anna’s favorite resources:

Skinnytaste

Atomic Habits

Email Anna at: [email protected]

What should a scoliosis-friendly exercise program include?

It’s not always easy to figure out how to exercise without risking injury to your curve. But when done right, working out can help reduce pain and other symptoms. 

In this episode, I’m covering all the essentials of exercise for scoliosis:

• Scoliosis non-negotiables to add to your daily routine
• How to balance strength, cardio, and mobility
• Why you need adequate rest
• Which moves you should avoid to protect your curve

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

Scoliologic

Stop Chasing Pain’s BIG6™

If you sit all day for your job, how can you minimize scoliosis-related back pain?

It starts with choosing the perfect desk chair. There are lots of options out there, but it’s easier to make a decision when you know what to look for.

This episode includes all the info you need to choose the right desk chair for scoliosis:

• Features to look for
• Sitting positions that support your spine
• How often to change positions
• Desk chair recommendations 

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:
Swiss Ball
Saddle Chair
HAG Capisco Chair
The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

What does life look like after spinal fusion surgery?  

It’s different for everyone, but it’s not limited to minimal activity and careers outside the public eye. Denise Barker is proof of that, having built a career as a sommelier and wine educator following several spinal fusion surgeries.

In this episode, Denise and I talk about several aspects of spinal fusion:

• Side effects of spinal fusion surgery
• The recovery process
• Movement and activity with a spinal fusion
• How to support parents who have kids with scoliosis
• Overcoming common spinal fusion myths and misconceptions

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

Denise Barker Instagram

The Scoliosis Strength Collective

If you have a spinal fusion, can you get pregnant? Can scoliosis affect your birth experience or postpartum health?

These are just a few of the common questions people have about the connection between spinal and reproductive health. And in this episode, I’m answering all of them with help from my guest, Dr. Laura Glazebrook. She’s a physical therapist who specializes in scoliosis and pelvic health.

This episode is all about scoliosis, fertility, and pelvic health:

• How spinal curvature affects the pelvic floor
• Spinal fusion and fertility
• How scoliosis or spinal fusion can impact your birth experience
• Postpartum recovery with scoliosis/spinal fusion
• The potential link between scoliosis and tongue tie

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• Dr. Laura Glazebrook Website
• Dr. Laura Glazebrook Instagram
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

Does childhood scoliosis ever resolve itself? Will your child’s spine naturally straighten as they get older?

This is something I hear frequently, but it’s a myth. Scoliosis doesn’t just go away as your child grows. But getting an early diagnosis opens up the opportunity for effective treatment.

This episode is all about childhood scoliosis:

• The myth of outgrowing your curve
• When to start your child’s treatment
• The potential impact of waiting until your child is older to start treatment
• What to do next after your child’s diagnosis 

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• National Scoliosis Foundation
• Risser classification
• Study linking childhood X-rays to breast cancer 
• EOS Imaging
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

You can spend a lot of money on all the scoliosis products available on the market. But are any of them really worth it?

Although there are some tools and props that can help you manage your scoliosis, there are plenty of other products that are just snake oil.

This episode covers everything you need to know when shopping for scoliosis equipment:

• Tools and props that aren’t worth the money
• Scoliosis products that actually work
• Tips for evaluating other scoliosis products in the future

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• Pull-up Bar
• Rice Bags
• Franklin Balls
• Coregeous Ball
• Lacrosse Balls
• Scolio-Wedges
• Yoga Straps
• Silicone Cups
• Ahead of the Curve Episode 28: Scolio-Wedges: Why, When, and How to Use Them
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

One of the questions I hear most often is about which type of mattress is best for scoliosis.

And it’s an important question because your sleep quality can significantly improve or exacerbate your scoliosis pain. 

• This episode is all about sleep and scoliosis:
• Why sleep quality is important if you have scoliosis
• How your sleep position affects your spine
• How to evaluate your mattress
• Top mattress recommendations for scoliosis patients

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• Nectar Premier Mattress
• Saatva RX Mattress
• Saatva Mattresses (affiliate link)
• Sleep Number
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp

It’s a common misconception that cardio exercise is dangerous for scoliosis patients.

The truth is that cardio workouts offer outstanding benefits for scoliosis patients. The key is choosing the right exercises and performing them safely.

This episode offers a complete overview of scoliosis-safe cardio exercises:

• The benefits of cardio for scoliosis patients
• Safe high-impact workouts
• Safe low-impact activities
• How to warm up and cool down effectively to protect the spine 

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• Ahead of the Curve, Episode 41: Osteoporosis and Scoliosis, What You Need to Know
• Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp