Thanks for listening to the Behind the Brace Podcast with Dr. Mandy Dietz! We are taking a scheduled podcast break for a few months to enjoy the end of year Holiday Season. Be sure to connect with Dr. Mandy and the Behind the Brace Podcast on Instagram for behind the scenes reels and scoliosis related posts! And of course, binge the podcast again!

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A new school year and many transitions bring an awareness for scoliosis patients that life with scoliosis can be challenging. It is challenging. In fact, let’s not sugar coat it – life with scoliosis is exhausting at times. Sometimes the only way to handle the overwhelm is through tears. In this special episode, Dr. Mandy Dietz gives you permission to feel your emotions and let’s you know that you’re not alone.

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The biggest question we get from parents is this: Will my insurance cover this scoliosis care, and do you even take insurance? In this episode, Dr. Mandy takes some time to explain why many chiropractors don’t take insurance, and what kind of solutions are available for patients at every price point – including how a scoliosis brace might be covered by your insurance.

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Today we are finishing up our 3-part Back to School with Scoliosis Series with a focus on: Adaptability. No matter how hard we try to do things perfectly, there will be times when life happens. Tune in as Dr. Mandy shares tips on how to adapt when things don’t go as planned.

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Welcome back to our 3-part Back to School with Scoliosis Series! Today Dr. Mandy hones in on the success tip of consistency. Consistency is key, especially for kids that are wearing a brace for scoliosis. When life gets busy with school and sports practices, it is more challenging to continue to wear your brace consistently like you did over the summer. Don’t lose hope! Tune in to learn our top tips for Back to School with Scoliosis – Consistency.

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Many parents and scoliosis patients start to stress out at the end of summer as the new school year approaches. In this 3-part Back to School with Scoliosis Series, Dr. Mandy gives you three keys to having a successful school year with scoliosis. It all starts with: communication.

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Young female patients with scoliosis have recently been asking Dr. Mandy questions about whether or not their scoliosis will affect their ability to get pregnant one day. Naturally, we thought this would be a great podcast topic! Join the conversation as Dr. Mandy talks about what you need to consider when it comes to scoliosis and pregnancy.

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Today we’re going to talk about a highly misunderstood tool in the ScoliBrace: the wear monitor. Instead of seeing it as a tool that can help your scoliosis care in a positive way, many patients see it as a controlling device to be afraid of. In this episode, Dr. Mandy addresses this issue and brings clarity and understanding to this often intimidating tool.

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“Never in a million years did I think having scoliosis could be a superpower.” Those are the wise words of today’s guest, Dr. Meghan Teed. She goes on to say, “I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to ‘wait and see’ if your condition worsens.  You can take matters into your own hands and live the active life you want.  That’s what I did and I’m here to help you do it too.  I no longer allow my diagnosis to define me and you shouldn’t either.” Listen in as Dr. Mandy and Dr. Meghan Teed talk about her scoliosis story and how she uses her experience to help others.

Dr. Meghan Teed is also known as “The Scolio-Therapist”.

Never in a million years did she think having scoliosis could be a superpower.  

Over the last few years, Dr. Meghan has worked with countless clients who tell her, “It’s such a relief that you actually get it!” Because she does.

At her company, Mindful Movement, you will work with an expert who understands the ins and outs of scoliosis and will strategize ways to make exercise and life more comfortable and your goals achievable.

Connect with her at mindfulmovementptpilates.com.

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This week, Dr. Mandy has an inspiring conversation with Scoliosis Strong Coach and fellow Podcast Host, Teresa Teuscher. As a young girl, Teresa studied ballet at The American Ballet School & Joffrey Ballet. At the age of 10, she was diagnosed with Scoliosis. This diagnosis eventually led to surgery. Now an adult, Teresa’s passion is to empower people to move safely & pain free. Listen in to hear Teresa’s inspiring story and how she helps people with scoliosis.

Teresa Teuscher is a native New Yorker who grew up in a theatrical family. As a young girl, she studied ballet  at The American Ballet School & Joffrey Ballet. At the age of 10, she was diagnosed with Scoliosis which would lead to surgery. Due to limited post surgery physical therapy treatments, she developed her own exercises & methods on how to move. Her specialties include being able to relate to her clients who are emotionally challenged by their physical limitations.

Teresa’s mission & goal is to empower people to move safely & pain free. She customizes effective, challenging and fun workouts of strength, mobility & flexibility training using different modalities.

Click here to listen to Teresa’s interview with Dr. Mandy on her podcast, the T3Fitt Scoliosis Podcast. You can connect with her at www.t3fitt.com.

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