Scoliosis Transformation - Shift 3D Method

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a medical condition where the spine curves sideways, forming an “S” or “C” shape. Scoliosis can be:

Congenital – from birth and more than one family can have this condition. One of the reasons that American Posture Institute recommends Posture Images/Screening from age 6 and up.

Syndromic Scoliosis – genetic conditions as Marfan’s syndrome or Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis – age 10-15 onset during growth can show appearance as bone grows at a faster rate than the connective tissues surrounding it.

Adult Lumbar Scoliosis – Degerative Lumbar Scoliosis (DLS) aka Adult Degenerative Scoliosis

Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include uneven shoulders, waist, or hips, back pain, and in severe cases, breathing difficulties.

Things about Scoliosis that you may not be aware of:

It can involve mild curves or more severe
There can be one curve at the neck or there may be multiple places where there are side to side curves
Scoliosis clients may lean to the right or to the left
Scoliosis may or may not cause pain
Scoliosis can be undiagnosed for years
Scoliosis can be structural (birth) or functional (habits or injuries)
Functional scoliosis can cause structural scoliosis as well (disc facets can wear or calcifications of the bones can occur)
Bones and muscles, tendons and even organs can be impacted with scoliosis.
Scoliosis affects more than your spine. It affect range of motion in arms movements, balance, even swimming or running.
Some clients have even shared a feeling of mind not connecting to body movement the same from one side to the other.
Some clients because of car accidents have shown scoliotic curves

Kyphosis or Hyperkyphosis

is a condition characterized by an excessive forward curvature of the upper spine, resulting in a hunched or rounded back appearance. Hyper is the Greek word for Extreme. is Extreme curve of the shoulder area.

Unlike scoliosis (curves side to side) these curves are from front to back in an “S” fashion or “C” fashion.

This abnormal curvature, often referred to as a “hunchback,” can be caused by poor posture, vertebral fractures, degenerative diseases, or conditions such as Scheuermann’s disease. Symptoms include back pain, stiffness, and in severe cases, breathing difficulties and reduced mobility.

Genetics can also have a play in this condition. While bone structure can not be changed after development, the connective tissue can be and with Shift Your Posture Transformation Programs we have been able to reduce curves of kyphosis and hyperkyphosis. Muscle imbalance can improve and even the type of gym equipment or sports played can reduce the curve.

Lordosis

is a condition characterized by an excessive inward curvature of the lower spine, giving a pronounced “swayback” appearance.

This curvature can be caused by poor posture, obesity, pregnancy, congenital spine issues, or certain medical conditions.

Symptoms of lordosis may include lower back pain, discomfort, and limited movement. Nerves may also be challenged as well.

Many times kyphosis or hyperkyphosis can also be associated with lordosis.

While Scoliosis and Hyperkyphosis both have S and C curves - each curve is treated uniquely

™Combining my advanced massage techniques, breathwork from yoga teaching, and orthopedic exercises are just some of the pieces that assessed in created a gentle method that I call Shift 3D Method.

Scoliosis clients take steps to improve their alignment, breathing and core control with the guidance of the Shift 3D Method

As a Scoliosis Therapist, I am passionate about helping my clients improve their alignment, breathing, and core control through the Shift 3D Method™. It’s disheartening to see that the traditional process for scoliosis treatment has remained largely unchanged for years – monitoring, bracing, and surgery.

But with the Shift Your Posture (Scoliosis) 12 Week Transformation Program, using the Shift 3D Method, my clients have experienced remarkable improvements in just a short period of time – looking better, breathing better, feeling better, and moving better. And with monthly maintenance for up to a year, the benefits of the program are sustained.

The Shift 3D Method™ is a comprehensive approach that takes into consideration a variety of sciences and research, with the main goal of working with you – your unique curve, your unique needs. Whether your scoliosis is structural or functional, causes pain or not, and whether it’s been with you since birth or developed later in life do to an injury or trauma, I can help you work towards reducing your curve and improving your quality of life.

I use a variety of techniques, including the Schroth Method, Scientific Exercises Approach to Scoliosis (SEAS), Myoskeletal Alignment Therapy, and even whole body vibration and eye exercises for neurological changes. In person my clients end their sessions with whole body vibration, which engages 90% of muscles just by standing on it and helps with balance and alignment.

I also work with scoliosis clients virtually via Zoom.

But ultimately, what makes the Shift 3D Method™ effective is your dedication and communication. I work closely with my clients, whether they choose to work with me in-person, intensively, or online, to ensure that they are getting the most out of the program and seeing sustained results.

About Tammy

While M.A.T. gave remarkable results with reducing pain in scoliosis my belief was we can do better.

Shift 3D Method™ uses client engagement and Directed breathing, Dynamic Brain to Muscle Interaction so clients get out of pain faster and postural changes stay longer with Daily habit re-education. It is a gentle movement that works with clients from 9-89 and reduces the curve .

Clients feel taller, more balanced and less pain in only one session.

Posture Images and Assessments

We begin with a visual image of your posture. These clothed posture image photos are taken with state of the art software. They will be analyzed to identify posture and movement patterns. Functional Posture Health Scores will also give an assessment of how far you have come in the transformation. Multiple images are take during the 12 week program to capture your healing progress and changes.

Alignment and Breathwork

I use a blended method of myoskeletal alignment and breathwork. This combines orthopedic massage, assessing through movement, activating muscles not used often while taking the strain off overused muscles. Alignment, gentle stretching and strengthening work begins on the massage table. Together we create a more unified balanced body in each session.

Conditioning and Exercise

Exercises for our posture are much more subtle than traditional exercise and require a different level of focus. You need to know the right exercises to help you stabilize at this stage of your life with activity and build better posture. We also discuss Posture Habit Re-Education Activities we perform every day have an impact on our posture. This picture is an example using the Shroth Bar.

Whole Body Vibration Therapy

We end our sessions with vibration therapy to complete the re-aligment of the body and the changes we have made.

Whole body vibration therapy benefits are:

Improved balance
Increased muscle strength
Improved bone health
Greater flexibility
Decreased muscle soreness
Faster weight loss

Shift Your Posture 12 Week Transformation Program
Scoliosis Client Testimonials

I have had scoliosis for as long as I can remember. I saw Tammy for Myoskeletal Alignment Therapy in the past. Tammy's recommendation of doing the Shift Your Posture 12 Week Transformation Program was a game changer. I was able to wear a 2 piece bathing suit with confidence shortly after the program started and found that my weekly golf game had improved. The home exercises strengthened my core. I can see the golf ball and have the strength to follow thru. Still killing it with my golf game!

Tammy said that I can do my normal activities. After my 2nd session I went swimming. I was able to swim 1 lap farther, go straighter, have less breathing issues and my arm reach was longer. I am at the start of my 12 week Shift Your Posture (scoliosis) Transformation Program and am feeling straighter in only one week.

I was having knee, hip and headaches all the time. The pain reduce and headaches hardly ever happen. I completed my 12 week Shift Your Posture - Scoliosis Transformation Program and come regularly for maintenance and my symptoms remain under control.

"I can breathe better and I feel that I am more centered. My indentations in my stomach and back are no longer visible. I feel so much better. I didn't need the shoe insert that was recommended because my hips leveled with Tammy's help."

This place has helped me a lot more than physical therapy, the chiropractor, or regular massage did!

Myoskeletal Alignment Therapy: Reduce Progression of Scoliosis

The main goal of SHIFT Myoskeletal Alignment Therapy is to prevent scoliosis from advancing and improve movement, reducing wear and tear in joints. We work together with your body, movement and breathing in addition to your lifestyle outside of the SHIFT.

Results depend on your age, bone maturity and the degree of curvature. Managing scoliosis with MAT is an option for patients who want to avoid surgery. Some exercises are done on the massage table, with Schroth bars for fine-tuning movements of specific areas. Every movement in your treatment plan is customized to your needs and curvature. The length and frequency of treatment largely depends on the age, tolerance, and extent of scoliosis as well as your goals and compliance with home exercises.

Call us at SHIFT Fitness & Massage or contact us online to find out more about Myoskeletal Alignment Therapy and scoliosis treatment.

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