I know you don’t want to read a guide about dealing with doctors and the million-and-one appointments you have to schedule, but alas, sometimes you just need… Read more “My Survival Guide for Dealing With Doctors’ Appointments”
Author: thecurvyspine
The Curvy Spine tells my story — a true story — about what it was like to grow up with Scoliosis. Each blog post, goes into the details of a specific event in my life. You won’t know what happens next unless you keep reading. Every two weeks (roughly, if I have time), I will post the next chapter in the story, so it’s important to read the posts in order.
17. My First Orthopedic Appointment
Do you remember where we left off? I think I was telling you about how excited I was that I had found the name of the type… Read more “17. My First Orthopedic Appointment”
Pictures From My Past
I recently went through some of my childhood albums and I wanted to share with all of you a timeline of pictures that follows the progression of… Read more “Pictures From My Past”
Funny Things That Happen When You Move to Abuja
Moving to a new country comes with its ups, downs and super-hilarious moments. Here are a few of those funny incidents that have happened thus far: But… Read more “Funny Things That Happen When You Move to Abuja”
16. Success: The Struggle Was Real
Imagine you are staring straight at the beginning of a 14,000-foot mountain that you are about to walk up. You look around, and you can’t see anyone… Read more “16. Success: The Struggle Was Real”
What I Mean When I Say I Have Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an extremely complicated condition. According to WebMD, “scoliosis is a lateral (toward the side) curvature in the normally straight vertical line of the spine.” But… Read more “What I Mean When I Say I Have Scoliosis”
The Core Workout I Do for My Scoliosis
So the truth is, I am not a big fan of taking pictures of myself working out and then publishing them, but I did it anyway. I… Read more “The Core Workout I Do for My Scoliosis”
4 Products I Can’t Live Without
Here, I happily share the four products that I swear by—heck, live by. 1.Stability Ace Upper Back Posture Corrector Brace and Clavicle Support This stability brace works… Read more “4 Products I Can’t Live Without”
8 Wedding Dresses That Are Perfect for Any Bride With Spinal Curves
Exactly three years ago, Adam and I tied the knot. It was a fun-filled sunny day on Anna Maria Island, Florida. Everything turned out perfectly. But just… Read more “8 Wedding Dresses That Are Perfect for Any Bride With Spinal Curves”
13 Things No One Told Me About Having Scoliosis Surgery
Seventeen years ago, I found myself dealing with idiopathic scoliosis and two major spinal curves: one was 74 degrees and the other was 55 degrees. It was… Read more “13 Things No One Told Me About Having Scoliosis Surgery”
