ScoliPod
Welcome to Scolipod, the show that’s rewriting the rules about living with a curved spine! Hosted by Dr. Laura Glazebrook and Beth Terranova —two physical therapists, scoliosis superheroes, and movement enthusiasts—this podcast brings you research-backed solutions, expert insights, and real-life stories that prove one thing: you are more than your scoliosis diagnosis.
ScoliPod
3. What is a Scoliosis-Specific Physical Therapist?
Welcome back to ScoliPod — the show rewriting the rules about living with a curved spine.
Join Dr. Laura and Dr. Beth as they dive into the path to becoming a physical therapist and how some PTs go on to specialize specifically in scoliosis care.
This episode is for you if you’ve ever wondered:
- What kind of training physical therapists go through
- How scoliosis-specific certification works
- What to look for when choosing a PT for scoliosis or spinal fusion recovery
What We Cover:
- The journey to becoming a physical therapist in the U.S.
→ What a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) includes
→ Licensure and specialization options - What makes a scoliosis-specific therapist different
→ The main international training schools (Rigo Concept, SEAS, SSOL, and more)
→ What a Level 1 scoliosis-specific course looks like
→ Why case studies and continued education matter - How scoliosis research continues to evolve
→ The latest findings on exercise, sports participation, and curve management
→ Why it’s essential to work with practitioners who stay current with research - A preview of the upcoming SOSORT Conference, where Dr. Beth and Dr. Laura will bring back the latest scoliosis research updates
Key Takeaways:
- Not all physical therapists have scoliosis-specific training — and that’s okay, but it’s important to know the difference.
- Scoliosis-specific schools require hands-on experience, case studies, and ongoing education.
- Current research supports activity and movement — there’s no single “bad” sport for scoliosis.
- The field is growing rapidly, and staying connected to research keeps care up to date and effective.
Resources Mentioned:
- Find a local scoliosis specialist here:
- Rigo Concept - Spanish school of scoliosis
- ISICO/ SEAS - (Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis)
- SSOL - Scoliosis and Spine Online Learning
- PSSE-Schroth - Greek based training
- SOSORT (International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment)
- Dr. Laura's website
- Dr. Beth’s website
Join the Conversation:
Have questions about scoliosis-specific PT or want help finding a trained therapist?
👉 Reach out to Dr. Laura or Dr. Beth
And don’t forget to follow, rate, and share ScoliPod to help more people discover evidence-based scoliosis care.
Next episode: A live recap from the SOSORT Conference — all the latest scoliosis research, simplified.
