Your spine is the core that supports your entire body. It allows you to move freely, helping you bend down to slip on your shoes, or twist to wave goodbye to a friend without so much as a thought. But while the spine powers our daily activities, it can sometimes be the source of constant pain and frustration for those with scoliosis.
Scoliosis is an abnormal, curved deformity of the spine. Braces and surgery are common treatment options for structural scoliosis, but many are now turning to yoga to stretch and strengthen the muscles affected most. If practiced properly, yoga for scoliosis can relieve pain, boost body awareness, and even straighten a curving back.