A new school year and many transitions bring an awareness for scoliosis patients that life with scoliosis can be challenging. It is challenging. In fact, let’s not sugar coat it – life with scoliosis is exhausting at times. Sometimes the only way to handle the overwhelm is through tears. In this special episode, Dr. Mandy Dietz gives you permission to feel your emotions and let’s you know that you’re not alone.
In this episode, Dr. Mandy explains what kind of care might be covered by insurance for scoliosis, and other solutions to consider when care is not covered.
Young female patients with scoliosis have recently been asking Dr. Mandy questions about whether or not their scoliosis will affect their ability to get pregnant one day. Naturally, we thought this would be a great podcast topic! Join the conversation as Dr. Mandy talks about what you need to consider when it comes to scoliosis and pregnancy.
Today we’re going to talk about a highly misunderstood tool in the ScoliBrace: the wear monitor. Instead of seeing it as a tool that can help your scoliosis care in a positive way, many patients see it as a controlling device to be afraid of. In this episode, Dr. Mandy addresses this issue and brings clarity and understanding to this often intimidating tool.
This week, Dr. Mandy has an inspiring conversation with Scoliosis Strong Coach and fellow Podcast Host, Teresa Teuscher. As a young girl, Teresa studied ballet at The American Ballet School & Joffrey Ballet. At the age of 10, she was diagnosed with Scoliosis. This diagnosis eventually led to surgery. Now an adult, Teresa’s passion is to empower people to move safely & pain free. Listen in to hear Teresa’s inspiring story and how she helps people with scoliosis.
Teresa Teuscher is a native New Yorker who grew up in a theatrical family. As a young girl, she studied ballet at The American Ballet School & Joffrey Ballet. At the age of 10, she was diagnosed with Scoliosis which would lead to surgery. Due to limited post surgery physical therapy treatments, she developed her own exercises & methods on how to move. Her specialties include being able to relate to her clients who are emotionally challenged by their physical limitations.
Teresa’s mission & goal is to empower people to move safely & pain free. She customizes effective, challenging and fun workouts of strength, mobility & flexibility training using different modalities.
Click here to listen to Teresa’s interview with Dr. Mandy on her podcast, the T3Fitt Scoliosis Podcast. You can connect with her at www.t3fitt.com.
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In this episode, Dr. Mandy shares insights on what chiropractors really need to know about scoliosis so you can provide the best care for your patients.