Due to demand, I have added an extra session of Reformer 1 next month. The course will be held at Spiral Spine Pilates from 8a-5p on April 13 and 14. Details Reformer 1 April 13-14 8a-5p Register This is a great opportunity for those who couldn't make our February training but who also don't ... [ Read On ]
Don’t Give Up
I recently received the following email: Thank you so much for this post (My Scoli Rant: Stop the Mistruths!). I’ve had scoliosis and Scheuerman’s kyphosis since I was a child and I am now 62. I’m in constant pain daily and have considered surgery. NO WAY NOW! I’ve been taking PILATES for ... [ Read On ]
Scoliosis Warrior Podcast #31
I'm excited to announce that I am the guest on Scoliosis Warrior's latest podcast episode (#31). The Scoliosis Warrior Podcast is run by Eva Butterly, a personal trainer, coach, and fellow member of the scoliosis community who lives in Dublin, Ireland. During my episode, Eva and I chat about how ... [ Read On ]
Research shows a supplement reduces scoliosis
A fascinating piece of research recently came out indicating that some scoliosis cases may be caused by neuroinflammation, which is simply inflammation within the neurological system of the body.[i] The best part of this research is that two over-the-counter medications were found to significantly ... [ Read On ]
Scoliosis: The Power of Props
I'm excited to share I will be a guest poster on the official Balanced Body blog. I'll be posting a series of blogs over the next few weeks that will talk about scoliosis. I can't wait to share what I've learned with a wider audience. The first post is already up and discusses the importance of ... [ Read On ]
Performing a visual assessment
This blog is part of the Analyzing Scoliosis series, which is designed to teach movement practitioners how to work confidently with clients who have scoliosis. In previous posts I discussed the typical scoliotic body, common types of scoli (AIS and functional scoliosis), when to work with a ... [ Read On ]