I am always keenly aware of two things: what shows my children watch and how scoliosis is portrayed in media. Recently, I came across two shows that my family loves and happen to touch upon scoliosis in a beautiful way. It was a welcome surprise to see scoliosis featured on TV in this way and one ... [ Read On ]
Idiopathic Scoliosis
How to Create a Diagram Sketch for Scoliosis
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. To start at the first post in the series, go here. My book, Analyzing Scoliosis, which covers the topics in this series in more depth (as ... [ Read On ]
How to Create a Dot Sticker Picture
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. To start at the first post in the series, go here. My book, Analyzing Scoliosis, which covers the topics in this series (as well as others) ... [ Read On ]
How can I attend the Scoliosis Intensive workshop virtually?
You really, really want to attend the Scoliosis Intensive workshop at Spiral Spine Pilates, but you just can't make it in person. Don't worry, I've got your back. Here's how to replicate that experience from your own home or studio. Since the Scoliosis Intensive workshop is for both practitioners ... [ Read On ]
Is scoliosis a disability?
The definition of disability is “a physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses, or activities.” i Since I have scoliosis and specialize in working with people who have scoli, I’m often asked if scoliosis is a disability. I have very strong feelings about this topic, but ... [ Read On ]
Side Plank Theory for Scoliosis Raises Questions
Back in 2014, Dr. Loren Fishman's side plank theory for scoliosis research was published in the Wall Street Journal, and it caused quite a stir. In case you need a refresher, the study claimed that doing a yoga side plank on one side every day will decrease the curves in people with ... [ Read On ]