What to Expect at your Initial Scoliosis/ Spinal Assessment

If you have an X-Ray of your spine, please bring the disc or report to your first visit; If you do not have the report or disc please let your therapist know and they can request these images directly. The Physiotherapist will analyze the images and explain your curve pattern, how it develops and use the information to design a specific program for you.   

  1. Your therapist will ask a few questions about your spine, your growth and development and any past injuries and treatment. 

  2. We ask that you wear a sports bra/ tank top and shorts or leggings during your sessions, as it will assist with the initial assessment of your spine. Your therapist will then perform a few measurements to allow them to design a physiotherapeutic scoliosis- specific exercises (PSSE) program that is unique to your curve pattern.

  3. If you currently have a brace, please bring it with you to the initial assessment or if you have been told by a spinal surgeon you require a brace this can be discussed on your initial visit. If you already have a brace, Physiotherapeutic scoliosis- specific exercises (PSSE) are recommended to maintain postural control and strengthen spinal muscles until brace wearing ends. 

  • Physiotherapy is covered by most insurance providers. You can always double-check with your provider if needed prior to booking a session to enquire who much is covered for an initial visit versus a subsequent visit. Compass Physio is not currently set up to direct bill to your insurance companies.

  • These sessions utilize the general principles of Pilates in combination with manual therapy and hands on facilitation to address either excessive mobility (hyper-mobility) or restriction in range of motion (stiffness) to improve strength from the inside out. Breathing techniques will be emphasized to improve one’s activation and postural control. Various pieces of equipment such as the reformer, tower, chair and barrel will be used to identify non optimal movement patterns and then restore recruitment to improve overall function.

  • Yes, I am happy to work with individuals during pregnancy or postpartum and adapt rehab appropriate to the current stage of pregnancy/ postpartum. I have training in DRA (Diastasis Rectus Abdominus) rehabilitation. If you are presenting with complications outside my scope of practice, I am happy to refer you to a therapist trained in more specific pelvic health issues.

  • Not right now - my goals right now are to assess your movements and provide modifications or adjustments to your current programming. I can definitely provide you with some suggestions on places to get quality programming with a trusted individual.

  • Not at this time. Our clinic is not currently registered to direct bill either of these organizations.