Dr. Alex Greaux has been in chiropractic for more than 15 years and has been treating scoliosis since 2007. His advanced training and certification in scoliosis-specific chiropractic make him an excellent host for Episode 14 Structural vs Nonstructural Scoliosis.

Throughout Episode 14, episode host Ashley Brewer and Dr. Alex discuss: 

• The true definition of scoliosis
• Why scoliosis is a complex and confusing spinal condition 
• The difference between structural scoliosis or nonstructural scoliosis, often referred to as functional scoliosis
• Common signs of scoliosis
• What to do if you suspect you have scoliosis
• Why finding a provider with scoliosis-specific experience is imperative to a patient's success

Scoliosis is a complex and confusing condition, but Dr. Alex's experience and expertise really shine throughout this episode. If you or someone you know has recently been diagnosed with scoliosis, make sure you tune in.

For more information about CLEAR Scoliosis Institute visit clear-institute.org.

To learn more about Dr. Alex and his clinic, South Florida Scoliosis Center, visit southfloridascoliosiscenter.com.

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Throughout episode 13 we focus on the mild scoliosis x-ray. CLEAR-certified Dr. Dio Kim from Tustin, CA joins Executive Director, Ashley Brewer, for this week's show. Throughout the episode they discuss:

• The importance of early detection when it comes to scoliosis
• Signs of mild scoliosis
• How to measure a Cobb angle on the mild scoliosis x-ray
• How growth is a major contributing factor for progression
• Why two sisters received different results

We hope you enjoy the show!

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Dr. Andrew Strauss Is our co-host for episode 12 of Life Beyond the Curve, Yoga for Scoliosis. As a life-long practitioner of yoga and a CLEAR-certified chiropractor, Dr. Andrew Is the perfect co-host for this topic. 

Throughout episode 12, Dr. Andrew and Ashley Brewer, the Executive Director of CLEAR Scoliosis Institute, discuss: 

• The Importance of knowing your scoliosis pattern
• Why you should work with a professional when practicing yoga for scoliosis
• How self-awareness is one of the keys to success when it comes to practicing yoga for scoliosis
• The do's and don'ts of yoga when you have scoliosis

If you love yoga and you have scoliosis, this is the episode for you. If you're looking for methods of pain relief and curve management, consider tuning in. Enjoy the show! 

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Dr. Mark Myers' article on C5 C6 Disc Bulging: All You Need to Know is one of the most frequently visited articles on the CLEAR website. Because of this, we decided to have a podcast episode solely dedicated to C5 C6 disc bulging.

Throughout episode 11, CLEAR's Executive Director, Ashley Brewer, and Dr. Mark Myers discuss a variety of topics Including: 

• The difference between a bulging disc and herniated disc.
• The symptoms of C5 C6 disc bulging.
• Who may experience C5 C6 disc bulging.
• How you can control inflammation in your body.
• Why you should drink half of your body weight in ounces of water a day. 
• Why motion is extremely important for the spine. 
• Why disc issues will only continue to get worse over time.
• A proactive approach to take if you have scoliosis and are suffering from a bulging or herniated disc. 
• How the CLEAR approach to treating scoliosis helps patients get function back.

Needless to say, episode 11 covers a lot in a short amount of time. We hope you'll tune in and enjoy the show!

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CLEAR Scoliosis Institute board member Dr. Alex Greaux and Ashley Brewer discuss the tough topic of neuromuscular scoliosis (NMS) during episode 10 of Life Beyond the Curve. In his 15 plus years of chiropractic and 13 years of scoliosis-specific chiropractic care, Dr. Alex has seen many patients with neuromuscular scoliosis.  

Throughout episode 10 Dr. Alex and Ashley discuss: 

• How neuromuscular scoliosis differs from the most common form of scoliosis, idiopathic scoliosis.
• What is neuromuscular scoliosis?
• The underlying conditions associated with neuromuscular scoliosis.
• The emotional aspect of neuromuscular scoliosis.
• How to find a doctor to treat neuromuscular scoliosis.

Neuromuscular scoliosis is one of the most complicated spinal conditions a patient can have. We hope you'll tune in to episode 10 to hear Dr. Alex share what makes it complicated, the importance of a patient-centered approach to treatment, and questions to ask a doctor you are considering going to for NMS treatment.

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During Episode 9, co-host Dr. Dio Kim and Executive Director Ashley Brewer discuss the question, is chiropractic good for you? The topic comes back full circle to scoliosis because the CLEAR approach is a chiropractic specific approach.

Dr. Dio Kim from Tustin, CA has been CLEAR-certified since 2011. He also specializes in sports and pediatric chiropractic. Throughout the episode you'll learn a bit more about Dr. Dio Kim ad he and Ashley discuss: 

• What drew Dr. Dio Kim to the profession of chiropractic. 
• Testimonies of chiropractic patients from Dr. Dio Kim's office. 
• Is chiropractic good for you? 
• The positive effects of receiving chiropractic care.
• Why most patients say, 'I wish I would have tried chiropractic sooner.' 

Tune in to this personal episode to learn more about the benefits of receiving chiropractic care and how CLEAR's chiropractic-specific approach to treating scoliosis has benefitted many patients around the globe. 

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Life Beyond the Curve Episode 8 will answer the question what is a scoliosis curvature? Dr. Tony Nalda has been seeing scoliosis patients for over 14 years with curves ranging from 10 degrees to 155 degrees, so there couldn't be a better co-host to answer this question.

Throughout the episode, he'll discuss:

• The different between a posture problem and a true scoliosis.
• How scoliosis is classified.
•  Various locations of scoliosis within the spine.
• How the spine compensates when there is a scoliosis curve present. 
• What to do If you suspect you have scoliosis. 

If you have questions about what it means to have scoliosis,  how scoliosis is classified, or were recently diagnosed and simply want to know more about scoliosis, this is the episode for your. We hope you enjoy the show!

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Throughout episode 7, scoliosis and sciatica, CLEAR-certified Dr. J Hartley answers common questions and shares his experience with treating scoliosis and sciatica.

Questions and topics discussed during the episode include:

• What is sciatica and what are the associated symptoms? 
• What is the relationship between scoliosis and sciatica?
• Does everyone with scoliosis experience sciatica?
• Common treatment methods for sciatica.
• Misconceptions about the pain associated with sciatica.
• What to do if you have scoliosis and experience sciatica. 

Scoliosis, in and of itself, is a complex and confusing condition. When you add the pain associated with sciatica on top of an already complex condition, it can be frustrating, aggravating, and uncomfortable. If you find yourself struggling with this, know that there are steps you can take to proactively treat the cause of your sciatica and treat your scoliosis at the same time.

We hope you'll tune in to learn more. Enjoy the show!

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Dr. Tony Nalda's practice, Scoliosis Reduction Center, is cutting-edge when it comes to the role of exercise and physical therapy in scoliosis treatment. This made him an excellent co-host for episode 6 of Life Beyond the Curve.

While Dr. Nalda is a chiropractor, not a physical therapist, he has over 20 years of experience working with the biomechanics of the spine, treating patients, and practicing a variety of scoliosis-specific treatment methods. 

The innovations he has helped develop in the customized CLEAR home exercise program have helped thousands of scoliosis patients world-wide. Throughout episode 6, Dr. Nalda discusses: 

• Why traditional physical therapy treatment for scoliosis patients falls short. 
• How active and passive rehabilitation in the CLEAR approach to treating scoliosis help stabilize the spine and reduce the curve. 
• Why the custom home exercise program works best when coupled with in-office care and rehabilitation. 
• How he motivates his teenage patients to stay on track with their care. 
• Why timing is everything when it comes to scoliosis treatment. 

Don't miss your opportunity to learn more about the role of exercise and physical therapy in scoliosis treatment. Enjoy the show! 

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Dr. Tony Nalda, Chairman of the CLEAR Board of Directors and elite of the elite when it comes to treating scoliosis, is our co-host for episode 5, Scoliosis In Children. When a child is diagnosed with scoliosis, treatment needs to be taken very seriously because treating children with scoliosis is where we can make the biggest impact in terms of long-term improvement.

For parents, having a child diagnosed with scoliosis can be scary. Parents may have many questions running through their mind after receiving such a diagnosis. Throughout episode 5, Dr. Tony Nalda answers many frequently asked questions and discusses: 

• Common ages in which children may be diagnosed with scoliosis - infantile scoliosis, juvenile scoliosis, and adolescent scoliosis. 
• Why phases of growth put a child with scoliosis at risk for progression. 
• The traditional approach to treating scoliosis in children.
• His chiropractic-specific functional approach to treating scoliosis in children. 
• A few of many success stories from his clinic, Scoliosis Reduction Center. 

The biggest piece of advice Dr. Nalda has for parents is don't watch and wait! Learn more about CLEAR Scoliosis Institute's alternative approach to treating scoliosis by tuning in to episode 5, Scoliosis In Children. Enjoy the show!

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