Let's talk about an easy way to prevent back pain at your desk. If you're like most Americans, you spend the majority of your day sitting at a desk, for extended periods of time. Now, let's talk about where this back pain is stemming from. Picture the human skeleton in your head. Note the skull, ... [ Read On ]
Exercise and scoliosis: a research review
Exercise and scoliosis - a research review Is physical activity contraindicated for individuals with scoliosis? A systematic literature review[1] Historically, exercise has been discouraged for those with idiopathic scoliosis by the majority of orthopedists in the western world. In the early ... [ Read On ]
Scoliosis Spotlight: Jo Justian
“I put straight lines into your body with my hands” – Jo Justian Jo Justian is a structural integrator who works on my spiraling fascia each month. In fact, I consider her part of my Nashville practitioner scoli dream team. Jo has been an integral part in unwinding my spine for the past few ... [ Read On ]
Is back surgery my only option for helping my scoliosis?
Is back surgery my only option? This email question comes from 59 year-old woman from Kentucky. She's lived with scoliosis her entire life, but after her latest doctor's visit, she's been told to prepare for back surgery. Panicked, she's reaching out to Spiral Spine for advice. Scoliosis doesn't ... [ Read On ]
Idiopathic vs. Functional Scoliosis and Exercise
This question outlines the differences between idiopathic and functional scoliosis and how it dictates different exercise. Laura, a physical therapist in Iowa asks: "Do those with idiopathic scoliosis respond differently to movement therapy than those with functional scoliosis?" The answer is ... [ Read On ]
Scoliosis Early Detection Screenings
You may be shocked to find out I’m not thrilled about early detection screenings. Well, I guess that’s not the total truth. Under the current system, I think it may do more harm than good to find out you have scoli if you are simply told to “watch and wait”. In most cases with early detection ... [ Read On ]
