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Scoliosis Physical Therapy: Specialized Care for All Ages
We provide specialized physical therapy for scoliosis patients of all ages, utilizing effective techniques such as the Schroth Method as part of our comprehensive scoliosis treatment.
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Intensive Individualized "1 on 1" Training Program
Each person's scoliosis is somewhat unique. A Physical Therapist tailors the scoliosis treatment exercises to the individual's specific curve pattern based on the Schroth Method. This physical therapy for scoliosis is recommended for both adolescents and adults with idiopathic scoliosis.
Customized Treatment Plans
The treatment program includes elongation exercises specific to the curve, opening of the spinal concavities through activation of transverse muscular forces, targeted breathing to facilitate derotation, correction of postural asymmetries, trunk stabilization in the corrected position, new improved movement patterns applied throughout one's daily activities, and home program education.
Patients who have undergone spinal fusion surgery for scoliosis can be treated after healing is complete. The specific exercises will address the trunk imbalances above and below the fusion, maximizing symmetrical forces in the spine after fusion.
Your treatment will begin with awareness of the changes that take place in your body when you have scoliosis. When the scoliosis curve in initiated, muscle and postural imbalances occur. These imbalances ultimately effect the progression of the scoliosis curvature. These asymmetrical forces (muscle dominance and muscle weakness) potentially allow uneven forces on your spine.
Through education and exercise, instruction is provided to correct the muscle and postural imbalances with specific scoliosis exercises. Learned postural corrections and muscle activation may prevent curve progression in structural curve.
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Schroth-Based Physical Therapy for Scoliosis
The Schroth Method is a three-dimensional, evidence-based, conservative treatment approach for scoliosis. Developed in Europe in 1927, it has remained at the forefront of non-surgical scoliosis care. This method is rooted in sensory-motor and kinesthetic principles and is customized to each individual’s spinal curvature. Through corrective breathing, spinal elongation, and targeted exercises, Schroth therapy aims to de-rotate the spine, improve posture, and restore symmetry.
The Schroth Method is suitable for patients of all ages and stages of scoliosis and is designed to slow or halt curve progression—and, in some cases, even reverse it.
Key Benefits of Schroth-Based Therapy:
- Spinal elongation and improved alignment
- Postural correction and enhanced appearance
- Increased vital capacity through breathing into spinal concavities
- Muscular balance and symmetry
- Improved body awareness and long-term postural habits
- Pain reduction
- A proactive alternative to delaying or avoiding surgery
Each treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s unique curvature and goals. The program emphasizes exercises that incorporate stretching, strengthening, and breathing techniques to counteract spinal rotation. Patients are also guided to integrate these corrective postures into their daily lives through a structured home program.
Schroth Treatment Programs
Each plan includes a minimum of 20 hours of individualized one-on-one sessions.
- Standard Program: 2–3 sessions per week
- Expedited Program: 5 sessions per week over 2 weeks
- Personalized Program: 1 session per week over 10 weeks
Home Exercise Program
- Patients are encouraged to complete home exercises 5 days per week, approximately 30 minutes per day. Regular practice supports postural re-education and reinforces long-term improvements in spinal alignment.
Refresher Sessions
- Follow-up or refresher sessions are available as needed to maintain progress and address evolving needs.
Insurance Information
Scoliosis Care PT operates as an out-of-network provider. Services may be partially or fully reimbursed by your health insurance plan. To determine your benefits, please contact your insurance provider and ask the following:
- Do I have out-of-network physical therapy benefits?
- What is my deductible, and has it been met?
- How many sessions are covered per year?
- What is the reimbursement rate per session?
- Is prior authorization from my primary care physician required?
Payment Options
We accept payment by cash or check.
Cancellation Policy
We kindly ask for at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Missed appointments without proper notice will be subject to the full session fee.
About Scoliosis Care Physical Therapy
Our Mission
Dr. Jeanann Maguffin is the owner of Scoliosis Care Physical Therapy, specializing in physical therapy for scoliosis. Jeanann is a graduate of New York University’s Physical Therapy program and has received an Advanced Master’s in Orthopedic Medicine as well as a Post-Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy from Touro College. She holds certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) through the American Physical Therapy Association, recertified in 2024. Since 2006, Jeanann has co-instructed cadaver dissection at Touro College and is a guest lecturer on the Schroth Method and scoliosis treatment for physical therapy graduate students. She also shares her expertise on scoliosis and spine care at various conferences and community groups.
Jeanann is dedicated to providing individualized one-on-one care, utilizing a skilled, comprehensive, hands-on approach. She has undergone extensive training with the Institute of Physical Art, specializing in functional manual therapy, and has studied under experts such as Shirley Sahrmann (movement system impairments), Brian Hoke (foot and ankle), Kevin Wilk (shoulder, hip, and knee), and in areas like temporomandibular joint disorders and kinesio taping.
Jeanann opened the first Schroth clinic on Long Island and is among only 30 physical therapists in the United States with advanced training in Schroth-based physical therapy. This specialized training equips her to treat juvenile, adolescent, and adult patients with idiopathic scoliosis, kyphosis (Scheuermann’s Disease), flat back, hyperlordosis, and post-surgical conditions. She received her Schroth-Barcelona (BSPTS) C2 certification in October 2013, following her BSPTS C1 certification in November 2011. Additionally, she holds an advanced certification in SEAS (Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis) from the ISICO Institute in Italy, having trained under Michel Romano and Alessandra Negrini, the founders of these widely used techniques in Italy. Furthermore, she has received training in the Lyon Method for Scoliosis from Dr. Jean Claude DeMauroy, a pioneer in international scoliosis education.
With over 20 years of experience in private practice, Jeanann was inspired by “Curvy Girl” moms (a support group for girls with scoliosis) to learn the Schroth Method and introduce it to Long Island, N.Y. It has been a true honor and privilege for her to provide this essential service.
Resources
Scoliosis Rehab Inc., Scoliosis Rehab Inc. was founded by two mothers who unexpectedly found themselves dealing with adolescents with scoliosis. Scoliosis Rehab offers Schroth-based training and therapy in two locations.
Lehnert-Schroth, Christa: Christa: Three-Dimensional Treatment for Scoliosis, The Martindale Press, Palo Alto, CA, 2007 www.schrothmethod.com
RECOMMENDED WEBSITES
Training program modeled after the outpatient program used at the E. Salva Institute for Rehabilitation of Spinal Deformities in Barcelona, Spain. This 40 year old clinic in Spain is directed by Dr. Manuel Rigo MD, PhD, a world renowned professor and Physician specializing in conservative management of scoliosis. Dr. Rigo has traveled to the USA many times since 2004, and it is through his efforts that we have Physical Therapists certified in the Schroth-based Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School Method (BSPTS) in this country. In our program, you will work with some of these specially trained clinicians to learn the exercises for scoliosis and kyphosis.
The website of the National Scoliosis Foundation, a non for profit organization whose mission is to provide information and build awareness of scoliosis and other spinal deformities.
http://www.curvygirlsscoliosis.com
Curvy Girls is a network of peer-led support groups that reduce the emotional impact of scoliosis by empowering girls through mutual support and acceptance to become leaders, make healthy lifestyle choices, and improve self-esteem.
This is an online peer-reviewed journal providing articles about conservative treatment of scoliosis and other spinal deformities by American and international practitioners and researchers.
www.sosort.org/documents/scoliosislibrary.pdf
This site contains many of the most popular scoliosis articles used internationally.
This is the website of the International Society on Scoliosis Orthopedic and Rehabilitative Treatment. SOSORT was founded in January 2004 by a group of physicians (from Europe and Asia) who are interested in studying the efficacy of various methods of conservative treatment. Dr. Manuel Rigo was the first president Information in this website should not be used for diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition. If you think that you or a family member has a spine issue, please contact your local health care provider.