Episode 42: Pilates Exercises to Avoid with Scoliosis and How to Modify
- Author
- Dr. Meghan Teed, PT, DPT
- Published
- Sun 28 May 2023
- Episode Link
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Pilates offers many health benefits, but it can be dangerous for scoliosis patients — unless you make some modifications.
Some Pilates poses put too much pressure on the spine and exacerbate your scoliosis symptoms, so it’s important to adapt them.
In this episode, I’m covering:
- Which Pilates poses to avoid
- How to analyze risks to your curve
- How to modify Pilates poses to make them safe for scoliosis patients
- Props that make it easier to adapt Pilates poses
Tune in to learn how to protect your curve and practice Pilates safely!
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