Check out our infographic on physical therapy management of scoliosis! Scoliosis is a condition that affects the normal shape of the spine, altering a person’s back alignment and posture and causing a lateral curvature of the spine. Physical therapy is an effective, non-invasive treatment method to manage scoliosis, stabilize the scoliosis curve, improve postural alignment, enhance neuromuscular control and muscular strength, and improve overall function in individuals with scoliosis.

Check out our November 2023 newsletter, highlighting managing Achilles tendinopathy with physical therapy, managing lymphedema after breast cancer, 3 posture training exercises to improve postural alignment, and understanding the science of pain.

Mangiarelli Rehabilitation physical therapy assistant Patti demonstrates three exercises to improve posture. Good posture refers to proper alignment of the body in static and dynamic positions, holding the body against gravity with the least strain and tension on your muscles, joints, and ligaments. Physical therapists can assess and address any postural impairments, designing a personalized posture training program involving stretching, targeted strengthening, body mechanics instruction, and manual therapy.