Erin's latest article in Nashville Fit Magazine talks about how to stretch out and love on the muscles in your forearms and fingers that are so important for rock climbers. Erin gives three simple, but effective, exercises to work out these muscles and bring some relief to tight forearms and ... [ Read On ]
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Classical Ballet and Scoliosis
A recent study, referenced here, has indicated that classical ballet, particularly combined with other factors, can increase one’s risk of developing scoliosis. Erin Myers of Spiral Spine Pilates was trained in classical ballet and was diagnosed with scoliosis at a young age, giving her a unique ... [ Read On ]
Five Best Core Strengthening Exercises
Back by popular demand: here are my five best core strengthening exercises, as originally seen in Healthline. As winter weather limits your ability to be out and about, get busy with these quick and easy home exercises. Enjoy! The core is made up of just a few muscles around the midsection of the ... [ Read On ]
Diagramming Your Scoliosis
Ever tried diagramming your scoliosis? How about sketching the curves in your back? Would you even know where to start? And why is this important anyway? Great questions! And we've got answers. Spiral Spine has created a set of introductory videos to teach you how to map, diagram and sketch your ... [ 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 ]
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 ]