Scoliosis
Strength Training and Scoliosis: What the Research Says About Muscle Activation
Strength training can help scoliosis with the right approach. Research shows asymmetrical exercises and Schroth therapy improve muscle balance and posture.
Scoliosis
What Causes Idiopathic Scoliosis? Exploring the Factors Behind the Curve
What Causes Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis? Exploring the Factors Behind the Curve To understand Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS), we must see the scoliosis as a condition where the spine curves in three dimensions, most often during the teenage growth spurt. When people ask what causes AIS, the answer is not simple. Read more…
Back Pain
Understanding Low Back Pain: Insights from O’Sullivan’s 2005 Study
Lower Back Pain: Insights from O’Sullivan’s 2005 Study When I first began researching chronic lower back pain (CLBP), I was struck by the scope of the problem. At first, I hadn’t realized that CLBP is actually one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. In fact, Allegri’s 2016 study Mechanisms Read more…
Schroth Method
Discovering the Benefits of Pilates for Fibromyalgia at Scoliosis PT JAX
Discovering the Benefits of Pilates for Fibromyalgia at Scoliosis PT JAX Here at Scoliosis PT JAX, we are dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health and wellness, especially if you’re living with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is common in Spinal Disorders, our specialty. One of the most effective methods Read more…
Schroth Method
Breast Cancer Awareness and Pilates at Scoliosis PT Jax
Breast Cancer Awareness and Pilates I recently came across a study called “Effects of Pilates Exercises on Shoulder Range of Motion, Pain, Mood, and Upper-Extremity Function in Women Living With Breast Cancer.” This study highlights the significant benefits of Pilates in the recovery of breast cancer survivors. The research focused on Read more…
Schroth Method
Schroth and Pilates for Scoliosis
Transformative Results: Schroth and Pilates for Scoliosis We are going to delve into the study that looks at the effects of combining Schroth and Pilates exercises on adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. The study lasted 24 weeks, and the results showed significant improvements. Let’s find out what these exercises did. Exploring Read more…
Schroth Method
BrAIST Study
The Braist Study. Bracing for scoliosis. The BrAIST Study (Bracing in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Trial) stands as the gold-standard research proving how effective bracing is for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS). This landmark study shows clearly that consistent brace wear dramatically lowers the risk of curve progression in growing adolescents. Bracing Read more…
Schroth Method
Hypermobility and EDS
Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Are you naturally flexible? Ever wonder if your extra flexibility is good or bad for your joints? You might be considered hypermobile. Find answers to “what is hypermobility? EDS? and what your can do to protect your joints?” Hypermobility means a person’s joints move beyond the Read more…
Schroth Method
Posture and Ergonomics for Pain Relief
Ergonomics is a concept of fitting an environment and a person to each other in a cohesive manner. It is an awareness of postural alignment in different positions, spaces, and areas of life to decrease aches and pains. Prolonged positioning, especially when in a stressed posture, over time can have Read more…