A testimonial from an adult scoliosis patient with a large curve after CLEAR scoliosis treatment method. This patient did not begin to experience pain until after menopause. After which time the pain become worse. She attempted to alleviate this pain through self-instructed yoga exercises, only to find her scoliosis had progressed. After using the CLEAR … Read more
A detailed presentation on conservative (non drug, non surgical) options for adults with scoliosis. Pain relief, postural correction, arresting progression and minimizing the disability associated with adult scoliosis. Specific Scoliosis Exercise programs are described combined with targeted stretching, active self correction and neuro muscular re-education techniques. The latest research in adults with scoliosis bracing. Both … Read more
Welcome to Strauss Method Scoliosis Correction Center in Nanuet, NY. For over forty years, Dr. Andrew Strauss has relieved the pain and improved the quality of life for thousands of scoliosis patients who sought relief without surgery. The Strauss Method is a unique combination of the most advanced research-based scoliosis treatments (scoliosis exercises and stretches, … Read more
Does it make any sense to consider dietary recommendations for a structural problem like scoliosis? What about neurological problems or genetic predisposition? Furthermore, what effect do environmental factors have on the expression of a genetic weakness? These questions are worth exploring to better understand the relationship between nutrition and scoliosis. Recent research suggests that diet … Read more
In this video, Dr. Strauss discusses the treatment options available for adult scoliosis, with a focus on exercise-based methods. Drawing on scientific research binders, he emphasizes the importance of managing patients’ expectations regarding the extent of correction possible, while highlighting the primary goals of treatment, such as controlling pain, preventing the progression of the curve, … Read more
Core Muscles provide spinal stability and most exercises do not work core muscles. Gyms do little for your core muscles as they tend to incorporate isotonic exercises, meaning exercises done with motion. Core muscles respond to isometric exercises or those done with little or no motion. These exercises for scoliosis have been proven to be … Read more
The shoes we wear can have a bottom-up effect on our knees, hips, back, and neck. So should you avoid wearing high heels if you have scoliosis?
People have different ways of coping or embracing their scoliosis. While some may focus on wearing clothing to disguise scoliosis, others choose to put theirs on display. There appears to be a trend of individuals with scoliosis getting tattooed to celebrate their unique physique or commemorate a challenging experience they suffered as a result of it. … Read more
We all know that improper posture, both standing and seated, is bad for the joints and especially bad for the back, but could it be worse for scoliosis patients? Research suggests that poor posture can exacerbate scoliosis. Specifically, increased time spent in a seated position–an incorrect seated position–can lead to asymmetry of the spine and … Read more
Jogging and running are fine for most people with scoliosis. The National Institute of Arthritis states: “Although exercise programs have not been shown to affect the natural history of scoliosis, exercise is encouraged in patients with scoliosis to minimize any potential decrease in functional ability over time. It is very important for all people, including … Read more
Since idiopathic scoliosis is common in girls there are concerns about the effects it may have on pregnancy or becoming pregnant. Over the past 40 years, several studies have been conducted with hundreds of women that showed no difference in pregnancy, labor, delivery and fetal complications for women with scoliosis compared to women without. … Read more
How to Dress with Scoliosis Approximately 4% of the population have scoliosis. Scoliosis can cause visible symptoms; uneven shoulders, head not centered, ribs different heights, a shoulder blade that sticks out more than the other, uneven hips, one leg appearing shorter than the other, the body leaning to one side. More severe cases will present with … Read more