Common types of scoli: Functional Scoliosis
This blog is part of the Analyzing Scoliosis series, which is designed to teach movement practitioners how to work confidently with clients with scoli. Previous posts have discussed the typical...
BMI and Scoliosis
A recent study, referenced here, has indicated that having a low BMI (Body Mass Index) can increase one’s risk of developing scoliosis, particularly when combined with classical ballet training. Erin...
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...
Dance Magazine: Does Ballet Increase Your Risk of Scoliosis?
Spotlight: Erin Myers on the connection between ballet and scoliosis. As a dancer, you probably know someone with scoliosis or, if you’re like me, you might even have it yourself....
Scoliosis Awareness Month 2017
In celebration of Scoliosis Awareness Month, here’s an excerpt from The Beautiful Scoliotic Back, Erin’s inspirational book that teaches you how to take an active role in determining how scoliosis...
Ballet, BMI and Braces = +Scoliosis Risk
If your pediatrician has ever told you that your child may have scoliosis, or a sideways bend of the spine, you’ve more than likely asked yourself, “what caused this?” or...
Scoliosis Workshop with Erin Myers
Scoliosis Workshop with Erin Myers Saturday, September 16, 2017 12pm to 2pm at Spiral Spine Pilates Whether you’re an instructor with scoliosis clients, a parent of a child with scoli...
Best Thing Ever Nashville Business Spotlight article
Business Spotlight: Spiral Spine – Erin Myers, Radio City Rockette turned Pilates Guru. In her first season as a dancer, Erin experienced excruciating knee pain and was introduced to Pilates...
Thermal Body Scans Illustrate Scoliosis and More
People with scoliosis are subjected to a great deal of X-ray radiation over the course of their lives, significantly increasing their risk for breast cancer. A year ago, I wrote...
Scoliometer by Spiral Spine app now available for Android
It’s official! The Scoliometer by Spiral Spine app is now available for Android phones. This app is an essential tool to monitoring your or your client’s scoliosis progress before and...
