Our team are specially trained in scoliosis and kyphosis management
Our background
At Scoliosis and Spine Clinics our team have and continue to travel Australia and the world to complete specialised training and education in scoliosis ,while staying stay up to date with latest research to ensure our patients benefit from the highest standard of care.
Speciliased training to understand the biophysics of scoliosis, and correct timing and application of treatment/s for each individual is vital to successful outcomes. Our team are trained in Schroth method of specialised exercises, and Cheneau-Gensigen bracing which is Schroth compatible; these are internationally recognised approaches to managing scoliosis.Our exercise methods are carefully selected from proven rehabilitation schools, namely based on the Schroth Method which was a German developed method of management of Scoliosis, as well as Schroth-Rigo Concept, SEAS method and Scolibalance, and ScolioPilates and other strength and mobility exercises. There is no one-person-fits-all approach and thus our team utilise a number of these methods for optimal outcomes.​ In addition to specialised exercise methods, our team also has 7 years experience in Cheneau CAD/CAM bracing and are trained in 3D bracing for scoliosis, our bracing methods originate from the German Schroth method school under Dr Katarina Schroth and we still communicate on each brace with the team in Germany directly to ensure best outcomes.​ Successful treatment requires a collaborative approach and we work alongside a team of specialists who refer patients regularly to us for scoliosis-specific exercises therapy, bracing and post-operative rehabilitation to ensure optimal outcomes, and we collaborate to ensure optimal results are achieved.
Our team
Our training & research
Masters in Scoliosis Management
Scoliosis Physical Therapy School
Schroth method exercise therapy
Schroth best practice
Ashleigh is completing a masters in scoliosis management
Our team of physiotherapists are all trained in the most research and proven specialised therapy method for scoliosis known as the Schroth method, through the scoliosis physical therapy school and Schroth Best Practice methods.
Scolibalance Level 1 & Level 2
Our exercise physiologist has completed Scolibalance courses which blend methods of scoliosis specific exercise including the Scientific exercise Approach, Schroth method, Functional Individual Therapy of Scoliosis method and simplifies the exercises to improve compliance and ease of integration into daily activities.
Scoliopilates, APPI Pilates for Scoliosis (both Schroth based) and Clinical pilates
Our team are trained in a variety of clinical exercise methods including Clinical Pilates, Scoliopilates and Pilates for Scoliosis.
Prowse A et al: Reliability & Validity in the Measurement of Postural Asymmetry in Three Anatomical Planes for patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. World J Orthopedics,​
Prowse A et al (2015) Reliability and validity of inexpensive and easily administered anthropometric clinical evaluation methods of postural asymmetry measurement in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: a systematic review. Eur Spine J,
​CONTRAIS: CONservative TReatment for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: a randomised controlled trial protocol,BMC Musculoskelet Disord.5;14:261.
Current project:
Identifying Musculoskeletal Features to Predict Progression and Inform Targeted Rehabilitation for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis