Welcome to Our Resources Page
These resources are a great place to look for information, help, and support along your scoliosis journey! Whether you want to connect with bracers in a support group, find a custom brace to fit your favorite stuffed animal, or follow other bracers' journeys, Scolios-us has got you covered. We try to keep our list of resources as comprehensive as possible, but we know that it is never truly complete. If you've found a great resource that isn't on this list, let us know so we can learn more about it!
Support Groups
Curvy Girls Scoliosis Support Groups
“Curvy Girls is a network of peer-led support groups that reduce the emotional impact of scoliosis by empowering girls through mutual support and acceptance to become leaders, make healthy lifestyle choices, and improve self-esteem.”
Scoliosis Books, Blogs, and Bears
Braced
The first contemporary novel about a disorder that bends the lives of ten percent of all teenagers: scoliosis. Braced was inspired by author Alyson Gerber’s own scoliosis journey and experiences with bracing. Read along as Rachel Brooks finds out that she has to wear a brace for her scoliosis. "But as Rachel confronts all the challenges the brace presents, the biggest change of all may lie in how she sees herself."
Higgy Bears & Friends
“I was inspired to make Higgy Bears so no one else with scoliosis will have to feel alone and go through what I did. I want to make you that every child out there has a friend just like them to share their scoliosis journey with!” – Lauren Higginson, CEO and Founder
Back to Blog
"Through my blog, Back to Blog, I hope to not only impact those with scoliosis but eliminate the general stigma around talking about one's disease or disability. Prior to my freshman year of high school, I was diagnosed with scoliosis, and this sudden news in addition to the nerves of entering high school took a toll on my self esteem. My goal with this blog is to inform and inspire others with scoliosis as well as act as a sister to those who have no one to turn to." - Tatum
Life is an Adventure
My name is Colette! I enjoy running, photography and baking! I have done many 5ks, a two 10ks, and ran my 1st half marathon before scoliosis surgery in May 2017! I participate in track and cross country. This blog is about my journey with an upcoming scoliosis spinal fusion and how I’m doing after!
Beyond Scoliosis Blog
“Living with Scoliosis is no easy feat. At times, it can feel like your Scoliosis has control over your life, occupying your mind at every waking moment. No matter where you are, how your feeling, or who you want to become – I’m committed to helping you find power over your pain and live your life to the fullest.” – Cherie, Beyond Scoliosis Author and Founder
Forever Fierce
Forever Fierce's mission is to raise awareness for physical and mental health while supporting teens on their wellness journeys.
Vlogs
Scolios-us Bracing Video
The purpose of our Welcome to Scoliosis Bracing video is to give you an honest look into scoliosis bracing from people who are living it.
ScoliTube
We are a group of girls with scoliosis sharing our experiences about VBT, ASC, Spinal fusion, bracing, and so much more!
Counseling Services
Elisabetta D'Agata, PhD
Dr. Elisabetta D'Agata is an Italian psychologist and psychotherapist who has been studying and treating patients with idiopathic scoliosis for more than ten years. Her own history with scoliosis pushed her to enter this area of study. She knows that a patient with scoliosis is more than his or her Cobb angle. She performs counseling sessions over Skype and can be contacted by email at [email protected].
National Scoliosis Foundation
“The National Scoliosis Foundation (NSF) is a patient-led nonprofit organization dedicated since 1976 to helping children, parents, adults, and health-care providers to understand the complexities of spinal deformities such as scoliosis. We also provide comprehensive education and support for patients and healthcare professionals through videos, books, brochures, local chapters, conferences, and postural screening training sessions.”
What to Wear
Hope's Closet
Hope's Embrace, our inaugural product, is a cute and comfortable brace undershirt, worn under a scoliosis brace to prevent chafing and perspiration. Our mission is to empower youth with idiopathic scoliosis by boosting confidence, self-esteem, and brace compliance.
Brace Buddies Body Socks
"At Brace Buddies, our hope is to support brace wearers by providing improved protection, comfort and more clothing options to increase confidence, and encourage brace compliance as brace wearers “find and live their new normal” during the bracing process. Brace Buddies wants to help you embrace your brace so it can work for you.”
BackTpack
Unlike backpacks or messenger bags, BackTpack, with its balanced side bags, applies the load to the body’s vertical axis, thereby eliminating posture distortion and decreasing the effort required to carry the load, in obedience to the laws of physics. The load feels lighter and you stand straighter.
So many bracers are sharing their experiences on Instagram! If you are on social media, Instagram can be an excellent way to connect with other bracers who are experiencing the same things as you. You may even want to share your insight on Instagram and help start conversations about scoliosis. A great way to get started is to search #scoliosis or find accounts with "scoliosis" in the name.
Scoliosis Fashion Pages
Scolios-us currently has two pages - one for women's fashion and one for men's. While our page offers some great advice, there are many many other pages, as well. Pinterest offers some great fashion advice for dressing with your brace! Our biggest piece of advice is to own your scoliosis. Wear whatever clothes make you feel confident!
Scoliosis Physical Therapy and Scoliosis Exercises
Schroth Method
Schroth Method is a type of physical therapy aimed at elongating and derotating your spine. Schroth must be performed by a certified physical therapist, as the exercises are customized for your unique spinal deformation. The method teaches you how to correct spinal rotation and increase lung capacity, restore normal spinal position, and improve your posture during routine daily living, not just during therapy.
Schroth Scoliosis Physiotherapy Clinic's Blog Page
Schroth Scoliosis Physiotherapy Clinic is an Australian-based clinic that specializes in scoliosis care. They understand that managing scoliosis, especially in adolescence, can be a delicate and difficult time and have started a blog page to ease patients' and parents' minds.
Find a Schroth Therapist Near You
This directory is an up-to-date list of BSPTS SBI trained physical therapists who practice in the US and internationally.
Scoliosis Warrior Workout Guide
“This guide is dedicated to anyone who has ever suffered physical and emotional pain because of Scoliosis. Rather than letting your Scoliosis define what you can and cannot do, use it as a tool to empower yourself. You are way more capable than you think you are. The process will require patience and consistency- there will be good days and bad days- but the payoff is so worthwhile. Lets build the body of a warrior!” – Eva Butterly
Scoliosis Spine Online Learning
We are delivering engaging online learning for healthcare professionals in the field of scoliosis and spinal conditions. Our target audience is the healthcare community, but we have found that many families and patients want to learn so they can make informed decisions. Our certified teachers and practitioners include the world’s foremost authorities in their respective fields.
Surgery Information
Scoliosis Surgery Information
Sometimes, surgery cannot be avoided. Some curves are just aggressive, and some are already at a surgical magnitude when they are first discovered. We want you to feel supported during every part of your scoliosis journey. Here, you will find some information about what to expect going into your scoliosis surgery.
Support for Families
Scoliosis Family Adventures
Scoliosis Family Adventures is a blog page supporting families of scoliosis patients. It is run by Tina Beauvais, who is a mother of 2 Scoliosis patients and a wife to another. She is also the founder of EmBraced In Comfort.
Educational Scoliosis Information
Setting Scoliosis Straight
Setting Scoliosis Straight is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization devoted to empowering families impacted by scoliosis through education, connection, and research. Our mission is to support discoveries and advance techniques in the treatment of spinal deformities in children and adolescents worldwide.
Scoliosis Spine Online Learning
We are delivering engaging online learning for healthcare professionals in the field of scoliosis and spinal conditions. Our target audience is the healthcare community, but we have found that many families and patients want to learn so they can make informed decisions. Our certified teachers and practitioners include the world’s foremost authorities in their respective fields.
The Scoliosis Experience Podcast
Each person with scoliosis has a different experience. We created this podcast to share those experiences and help others have hope in managing this diagnosis. We will explore the many treatments for scoliosis from both the viewpoint of the patient and the practitioner.
Financial Assistance
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation
UHCCF’s mission is to significantly enhance the clinical condition or quality of life of children covered under a commercial health insurance plan and are 16 years old or younger living in the United States.
HealthWell Foundation
When health insurance is not enough, we’re here to help — with copays, premiums, deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses for supplies, supplements, surgeries and more. We offer financial assistance through a number of Disease Funds with new funds opening every year, so you can get the care you need.
The Children's Scoliosis Foundation
The Children's Scoliosis Foundation is a patient and family led nonprofit that is dedicated to providing support to families, promoting awareness, and advancing the science of scoliosis detection, treatment and prevention. Financial aid grants of up to $500 per trip ($750 for international travel) are available to help support children and their families who are traveling long distances for bracing or surgical treatment for scoliosis.