Episode 51: Back to School with Scoliosis

Going back to school can be complicated for children with scoliosis.

How can you help your child feel safe and confident at school? It’s all about being proactive about finding ways to make their time at school as comfortable and productive as possible.  

This episode covers several aspects of preparing your child to return to school:

• The value of early scoliosis diagnosis
• How to talk to peers about scoliosis 
• Safe and unsafe P.E. activities
• Backpack guidelines
• Classroom accommodations to reduce back pain

Catch the full episode for all the details.

Resources mentioned:

• American Academy of Pediatrics: “Backpack Safety”
• KidsHealth: “Backpack Basics”
• The Scoliosis Movement Bootcamp