Ahead of the Curve, The Scoliosis Experience

In this Curve Convo episode, I’m joined again by Kerry Green, and we dive into a deeper, more personal conversation about how stress, emotions, and nervous system patterns may be influencing the way your body feels and moves. We explore how unresolved experiences can show up physically, why some patterns feel so hard to change, and how creating safety in your body might be the missing piece in your scoliosis journey. In This Episode You’ll Learn: • How emotional stress can show up as physical...

In this Curve Convo episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m joined by Kerry Green to talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in scoliosis care: identity. Specifically, how the beliefs you hold about your curve, your diagnosis, and your ability to heal can shape your experience of pain and progress. We explore how early messages from doctors or authority figures can stick with you for years, why hypervigilance can feel protective but actually slow healing, and how optimism isn’t just...

Some tools change your scoliosis routine in the most unexpected ways… In this episode, Kerry and I are diving into the real-life tools, habits, and daily adjustments that make scoliosis self care easier and more effective. From the body lever she waited six months to arrive, to the ergonomic balloon chair I’m testing at my desk, we unpack how simple changes can support your spine, your nervous system, and even your working life. We also talk openly about the physical and emotional load of run...

Spinal fusion isn’t just a medical decision. It’s a life decision. In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m sharing the five questions I believe every person should ask before saying yes to spinal fusion. These questions will help you understand not just your X-rays, but your quality of life, your goals, and your mindset. In This Episode You’ll Learn: • How to assess your current quality of life beyond your Cobb angle • Why exhausting conservative options matters before surgery • What...

Not all myofascial release tools are created equal… In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m breaking down the key differences between the balls I recommend for myofascial release, especially if you’re living with scoliosis. You’ll learn why the type of ball you choose matters, how fascia influences pain and movement, and why smaller, more targeted tools often work better than foam rollers. Inside, I’ll walk you through: ✅ The difference between superficial vs. deep fascia (and why it matte...

Should you only be strengthening the “weak” side for scoliosis? In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m breaking down why scoliosis strength work isn’t as simple as picking one side and going all in. You’ll learn how the concave (shortened) side and convex (lengthened) side of your curve each have unique weaknesses and why both need strengthening, but in different ways. In the episode, I’ll walk you through: How to tell which side of your curve is shortened vs. lengthenedWhy blindly ...

This week on Ahead of the Curve, I’m back with Kerry Green for another Curve Convo, and we’re diving into what really happens when life throws off your rhythm. Whether it’s travel, visitors, or just plain burnout, we talk about how to get back on track without the guilt spiral. You’ll hear us unpack what it means to give yourself grace (without giving up), why your spine isn’t doomed after a setback, and how even a few minutes of release work can make a big difference. Plus, we get personal a...

In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m joined by Emily Hale, founder of Curva, a UK-based platform supporting people with scoliosis and spinal fusions. Emily shares her powerful story of navigating post-surgical isolation, finding her strength again, and building an inclusive movement space for others like her. You’ll hear us talk about the challenges of returning to sport after spinal fusion, the emotional impact of recovery setbacks, and why traditional movement methods often fall short...

In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m joined by Missy Bunch, founder of Movement IQ, as we explore the powerful role of the nervous system in scoliosis care. Missy shares her journey from professional dancer to applied neurology educator after a serious injury shifted her focus to brain-based movement and pain science. We discuss how the visual and vestibular systems influence posture, stability, and body awareness—and how targeted exercises can help reduce pain and improve quality of li...

Are your genes playing a role in your scoliosis? On this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I’m joined by Dr. Mark Morningstar, an expert in non-surgical scoliosis care and a founding member of Society of Scoliosis Orthopedic Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT). In this episode, you’ll learn about the surprising genetic links to scoliosis, including specific genes like COMT and MTHFR, and learn how understanding these factors can unlock new pathways for managing your condition. You’ll a...

Avoid unnecessary radiation from X-rays while staying on top of your scoliosis progression! In this episode of Ahead of the Curve, I dive into practical, at-home methods that you can confidently use to monitor your spine’s progression with scoliosis. You’ll hear specifics on low-dose radiation imaging, AI apps, and simple techniques such as posture and rib measurements. As someone with scoliosis as well, I know how important it is to monitor your scoliosis progression throughout t...

This week on Ahead of the Curve, I’m joined by Kerry Green for our 10th Curve Convo! In this episode, you’ll hear some new and exciting things for both of us including Kerry’s new 7-day anxiety reset workbook and nervous system regulation masterclass. I also share some exciting updates including the opening of a new in-person clinic, “The Well Co,” and more about my free masterclass, The Curve Lengthening Lab. You’ll also hear about elongation techniques for scoliosis, red light therapy...

Tired of scoliosis limiting your life? This week on Ahead of the Curve, I talk about safe spinal elongation techniques for scoliosis, which I believe can help to alleviate 80% of scoliosis-related issues. You’ll hear why some common methods for spinal elongation might be doing more harm than good, including inversion tables. I’ll also give you some very simple ways that you can work on elongation at home. But you can get even more techniques for safe elongation techniques with dem...