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ALL ABOUT
SCOLIOSIS PT JAX​

Donné Ordile

Meet Donné, the founder of ScoliosisPTJax. With over two decades of experience in the rehabilitation world, Donné Ordile has devoted her career to physical therapy.  Fueled by her commitment to helping others, she established ScoliosisPTJax in 2019.  Here her focus lies in providing the highest quality of care for adolescents and teens with scoliosis and other postural conditions using Pilates and the Schroth Method

Donné earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Georgia and pursued her Master’s degree in Physical therapy from the Medical College of Georgia.  She holds certifications in the Schroth Method through the Schroth Barcelona Institute and Scoliosis and Spine Online Learning focusing on the treatment of scoliosis and kyphosis.  Additionally, she possesses SEAS Level 1 certification (Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis) and has pursued further education through various courses, including those offered by the Postural Restoration Institute.  Currently, she is working towards certification in Barnes myofascial technique. She is currently working towards certification in Barnes myofascial technique.

Donné is married and has  3 boys, Justin, Brayden, and Andan. When she is not in the studio working with scoliosis and posture clients,  she loves spending time with her family outside at the beach, hiking, or traveling.

Donné Ordile

Donné Odile has been a physical therapist for over 20 years. 

Her love for helping people brought her to the world of scoliosis.  She proudly founded ScoliosisPTJax in 2019 with a focus on Scoliosis for both children, adolescents, and adults.

Donné graduated from the University of Georgia with a BS in Biology and received her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the Medical College of Georgia.  She is certified in the Schroth Method for treating scoliosis and kyphosis through the Schroth Barcelona Institute and Scoliosis and Spine Online Learning.  She has attended multiple continuing education courses for scoliosis, kyphosis, and other back conditions including from the Postural Restoration Institute and she is pursuing her certification in Barnes myofascial technique.

Donné is married and has  3 boys, Justin, Brayden, and Andan. When she is not in the studio she loves spending time with her family outside at the beach, hiking, or traveling.

Natalie Miller

Meet Natalie Miller, an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who has been working in outpatient rehabilitation and geriatrics for more than 20 years. She obtained her degree from Central Florida College.

Natalie has a unique background as a former gymnast and competitive gymnastics coach. This background has helped her bring creativity into her practice, especially when it comes to Pilates. She finds creative ways to help people build strength, stability, and mobility using Pilates exercises. Natalie understands the specific challenges faced by clients with scoliosis, hypermobility, and gymnastics injuries.  

Natalie has achieved certifications in Pilates balance body reformer Certified 1 and 2, and she is currently working towards a certification in ScolioPilates. These accomplishments show her dedication to continuously improving her skills and providing the best care possible.

In her personal life, Natalie recently married her wonderful husband, Don. She also has two stepchildren who attend school in Jax Beach. When she’s not working, Natalie enjoys traveling, refurbishing furniture, running, and spending quality time with her family. What sets Natalie apart is her strong passion for helping her clients. She is most passionate about educating young people with scoliosis on the importance of developing a strengthening program early in life. She also encourages her “mature” clients to keep moving forward safely and with less pain.  Above all, Natalie aims to ease the discomfort and pain of anyone who comes to her for help.

Mary Anne Metzger

Mary Anne began her journey in mind-body therapeutics over 27 years ago.  She worked with senior yoga teachers including Aadil Palkhivala  the founder of Purna Yoga; and senior Iyengar teacher Jehanghir Palkhivala of Mumbai, India 
Mary Anne is certified by the International Association of Yoga Therapists. Her therapeutic knowledge includes hatha yoga with use of all yoga props including the Great Wall of Yoga and Restorative Yoga. Mary Anne also teaches instructors how to use of the yoga wall therapeutics.

Pilates:
Concurrent with her yoga studies, Mary Anne began therapeutic Pilates training in 1998 with Polestar Education founders Elizabeth Larkam and Brent Andersen. She became a Polestar Graduate in Post-Rehabilitation in 2001 and has continued her advanced Pilates studies with Dr. Andersen and other senior Polestar Pilates instructors.

Meditation:

Realizing the experience of pain affects our ability to experience human joy, Mary Anne pursued the study of meditation as a complementary and effective practice to yoga and Pilates. She began studies with Dr. Deepak Chopra in 2004. She is certified by the Chopra Center and has taught various meditation workshops for those seeking relief from both physical and mental blocks to peace and joy

Mary Anne is married and has 4 grand babies all under the age of 6.  In her free time, Mary Anne, enjoys walks in nature, creative writing and traveling.

Catherine Nichols

Catherine is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Roanoke College, where she played collegiate tennis for all 4 years, and her Associate of Science Physical Therapy Assistant degree from Florida State College of Jacksonville. She has a passion for being active and helping her patients reach their fullest potential. Before joining Scoliosis PT Jax, she worked for an outpatient clinic that utilizes flexibility, and light muscle strengthening, as well as manual techniques to restore function and improve the quality of life for patients of all ages.

Catherine has grown up playing tennis and taught at various clubs around the Jacksonville area. Teaching tennis Catherine learned how to provide a motivating, and enjoyable environment for all of her various skill-level athletes.

In her spare time, she enjoys running, playing tennis, and walking her dog. You can also catch Catherine cheering on her husband on the golf course.

I am passionate about guiding individuals with scoliosis to

  • Decrease pain
  • Stop curve progression
  • Improve posture
  • Increase self confidence 
  • GET BACK TO DOING WHAT YOU LOVE
The final outcome includes living a pain-free and active life. This journey begins at ScoliosisPTJax! schedule a free discovery visit to determine is the Schroth method is right for you.

Schroth exercises including long hanging promote elongation and facilitate the derotation of the spine for adults, teens, and kids.

I would be honored to guide you, or your loved one, to rise above your spine or posture challenges.

HOW I AM DIFFERENT FROM A TRADITIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST?

  • I ONLY see clients with posture disorders
  • I ONLY see 1 client at a time and dedicate the entire session to you
  • I begin with a thorough review your x-rays, determine the Cobb Angle & Rotation and explain what these measurements mean for your curve
  • I have a very hands-on approach to Physical Therapy and I KNOW I can change your life

MY AIM IS TO GET YOU BACK TO THE THINGS YOU ENJOY, DECREASE PAIN, HALT CURVE PROGRESSION AND PREVENT SURGERY.