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Evaluating Scoliosis-Chest Expansion
At Scoliosis 3DC we measure chest expansion because respiratory deficits associated with thoracic scoliosis can occur as a secondary response to decreased rib mobility. A maligned thorax in three planes -sagittal, frontal (coronal) and transverse (rotational) – is responsible. Normally, during inhalation the diaphragm contracts and flattens allowing for increased air volume into the lungs. [...]
Asklepios Katharina Schroth Clinic Visit
After a very early Monday morning trip to the American consulate in Frankfurt to replace my lost passport, (my trips to Germany are never without incident-last year’s challenge was figuring out a way to escape Europe while the volcano continued to erupt) I arrived back in Bad Sobernheim at the Asklepios Katharina Schroth Clinic, fortunately, [...]
Visit-Christa Lehnert-Schroth, PT
I just returned from a quick, but worthwhile trip to Germany. I like to get there at least once per year to stay up-to-date with the Schroth Method, as practiced in Germany. I had the great honor and pleasure of spending the first day of my trip with Christa Lehnert-Schroth, PT. She is a spunky [...]
Evaluating Scoliosis-Spirometry
Spirometry measures breathing or the volume of inspiration/expiration in ML. Results of a spirometry measurement are referred to as vital capacity (VC). Vital capacity is an indicator of lung function and lower than expected values of VC may occur when a thoracic scoliosis is present. Patients measuring Cobb >100º, VC may be reduced to < [...]
Scoliosis, Ten Years After
This week is the ten year anniversary of the day our family was jolted into the world of scoliosis. I remember it as if it were yesterday, including the sick feeling of helplessness. As many parents know, receiving a diagnosis that has the potential to alter your child’s well being can shake your world, and [...]
A Case Against Observation for Mild Scoliosis
Being proactive when receiving a diagnosis of scoliosis can make a difference.
The 1st US practitioner Schroth certified in Germany, Dr. Moramarco delivers a powerful & effective scoliosis program using conservative approaches focused on education, postural instruction and Schroth "scoliosis specific exercise" because often, "Scoliosis doesn't wait...."