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  • Episode 150: What is Spondylosis?

    Episode 150: What is Spondylosis?
    2025/04/22
    Podcast Show Notes: Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda Episode Title: What is Spondylosis? Understanding Spinal Degeneration & Treatment Episode Summary: If you’ve ever received a spinal X-ray or MRI and seen the word spondylosis, you may have wondered what it actually means. Many patients assume it’s a specific diagnosis, but spondylosis is a general term referring to spinal degeneration—often linked to arthritis, disc deterioration, and misalignment. In this episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we break down what spondylosis really is, what causes it, and how it can progress into more serious conditions like spondylolisthesis. Dr. Nalda also shares the best treatment approaches to restore spinal alignment, reduce degeneration, and prevent further damage. Key Topics Covered: ✅ What is Spondylosis? – A broad term referring to spinal degeneration, not a specific diagnosis.✅ Common Causes of Spondylosis: Osteoarthritis: Wear and tear of protective cartilage due to misalignment. Degenerative Disc Disease: Breakdown of spinal discs, leading to loss of height and function. Poor Spinal Alignment: Just like an unbalanced car causes uneven tire wear, spinal misalignment speeds up degeneration. ✅ What Happens if Spondylosis is Left Untreated? Can lead to stress fractures in the spine (pars defects). May cause spondylolisthesis, where vertebrae slip forward, worsening spinal instability. Further disc and joint degeneration, leading to chronic pain and mobility issues. ✅ Best Treatment Approaches for Spondylosis: Chiropractic Care: Restores spinal alignment and relieves pressure on discs and nerves. Rehabilitation & Traction Therapy: Strengthens core muscles and improves posture. Customized Treatment Plans: Individualized care based on severity and progression. Key Takeaways: ➡️ Spondylosis is NOT a disease—it’s a descriptive term for spinal degeneration.➡️ Misalignment accelerates degeneration, just like poor alignment wears out car tires unevenly.➡️ Early treatment with chiropractic care and rehabilitation can slow progression and reduce symptoms.➡️ Addressing the root cause (spinal alignment) is key to preventing further damage. Resources & Links: 📘 Free Guide: How to Effectively Treat Scoliosis – Learn about non-surgical treatment options. Download at scoliosisreductioncenter.com/free. 🌐 Learn More – Explore spinal care and customized treatment plans at scoliosisreductioncenter.com. 📩 Have Questions? – Let us know what topics you’d like covered in future episodes by commenting below. Subscribe & Stay Connected: 🔔 Never Miss an Episode! Subscribe and hit the bell icon to receive notifications when new content is published. Thank you for tuning in to Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda—bringing you expert insights to protect your spine and improve your health. 🎧 Artlist.io 847544
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    7 分
  • Episode 149: Can Scoliosis Braces Be Worn Under Clothes?

    Episode 149: Can Scoliosis Braces Be Worn Under Clothes?
    2025/04/15
    In this episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we explore the different types of scoliosis braces and their effectiveness in treatment. Many patients wonder which brace is easiest to wear under clothing, but the real question is: Which brace actually works to correct scoliosis? Dr. Nalda explains the differences between traditional bracing (Boston brace, Providence brace) and corrective bracing (ScoliBrace), and why modern bracing methods not only slow down scoliosis progression but actually reduce the curve. If you or a loved one is considering bracing as part of scoliosis treatment, this episode will help you make an informed decision. Key Topics Covered: ✅ Two Approaches to Scoliosis Treatment: Traditional Treatment (Reactive) – Focuses on preventing further progression but does not reduce the curve. Conservative Treatment (Proactive) – Works to actively reduce the curve and prevent future complications. ✅ Traditional Braces (Boston & Providence Brace): Designed to hold the curve in place rather than improve it. Uses two-dimensional compression, which can worsen rib deformities and be uncomfortable. Compliance issues due to discomfort and lack of visible results. ✅ Corrective Bracing (ScoliBrace): Uses three-dimensional correction, reducing the scoliosis curve instead of just stabilizing it. Custom-designed for each patient using 3D scanning and CAD-CAM technology. Easier to wear, more comfortable, and fits better under clothing. 95% compliance rate because patients see visible improvements, making them more likely to wear the brace. ✅ Why Compliance is Crucial for Bracing Success: Braces must be worn 18+ hours per day for maximum effectiveness. If a brace is uncomfortable or ineffective, patients are less likely to wear it. Corrective braces make compliance easier because they reduce the curve over time, making them more comfortable as treatment progresses. Key Takeaways: ➡️ Traditional braces (Boston, Providence) aim to hold the curve in place, but they do not correct scoliosis.➡️ Corrective braces (ScoliBrace) actively work to reduce the scoliosis curve while improving posture and comfort.➡️ A properly designed, custom brace is easier to wear, fits better under clothing, and encourages better compliance.➡️ The best brace is the one that patients will actually wear—and ScoliBrace achieves that by delivering real results. Resources & Links: 📘 Free Guide: How to Effectively Treat Scoliosis – Learn about non-surgical treatment options. Download at scoliosisreductioncenter.com/free.🌐 Learn More – Explore scoliosis bracing and conservative treatment options at scoliosisreductioncenter.com.📩 Have Questions? – Let us know what topics you’d like covered in future episodes by commenting below. Subscribe & Stay Connected: 🔔 Never Miss an Episode! Subscribe and hit the bell icon to receive notifications when new content is published. Thank you for tuning in to Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda—helping you find the best treatment options for a healthier, straighter spine. 🎧 Artlist.io 847544
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    10 分
  • Episode 148: Adult Scoliosis Reduction Success! 15 Degree Reduction In Just 1 Week

    Episode 148: Adult Scoliosis Reduction Success! 15 Degree Reduction In Just 1 Week
    2025/04/08
    In this special episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we hear a powerful patient story of discovering scoliosis later in life and undergoing intensive scoliosis care with incredible results. From an unexpected diagnosis to experiencing life-changing improvements in just days, this episode showcases how specialized scoliosis treatment can make a dramatic difference. Dr. Nalda also explains the role of genetics in scoliosis, how intensive care accelerates progress, and why home therapy is essential for maintaining long-term improvements. If you or a loved one has scoliosis, this episode is essential for understanding how proactive treatment can prevent future complications. Key Topics Covered: ✅ A Late Scoliosis Diagnosis – How scoliosis can go undiagnosed for decades, even with regular chiropractic care.✅ Is Scoliosis Genetic? – The connection between scoliosis and family history, and why some family members have it while others don’t.✅ The Power of Intensive Scoliosis Care: Immediate Results: How patients see noticeable curve reduction within just days. Flexibility & Function: Why intensive treatment improves spine flexibility, making further correction possible. Customized Rehabilitation: How targeted therapy is developed to maintain and continue progress at home. Bracing After Treatment: Why early curve reduction allows for a more effective bracing strategy from the start. ✅ Home Therapy & Long-Term Success: Why commitment to home exercises is crucial for maintaining improvements. How most patients see further progress within 90 days, keeping them motivated to continue treatment. Key Takeaways: ➡️ Scoliosis can go undiagnosed for years, even in adults who have seen chiropractors before.➡️ Intensive scoliosis care offers rapid, measurable improvement in just days—progress that can take years with traditional treatment.➡️ Home therapy is critical for sustaining and furthering improvements after intensive care.➡️ If scoliosis runs in your family, early screening for children is key to preventing long-term complications. Resources & Links: 📘 Free Guide: How to Effectively Treat Scoliosis – Discover non-surgical treatment options. Download at scoliosisreductioncenter.com/free.🌐 Learn More – Find out if intensive scoliosis care is right for you at scoliosisreductioncenter.com.📩 Have Questions? – Let us know what topics you’d like covered in future episodes by commenting below. Subscribe & Stay Connected: 🔔 Never Miss an Episode! Subscribe and hit the bell icon to receive notifications when new content is published. Thank you for tuning in to Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda—bringing you real stories, expert advice, and hope for your scoliosis journey. 🎧 Artlist.io 847544
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    7 分
  • Episode 147: Can Chiropractors Treat Scoliosis?

    Episode 147: Can Chiropractors Treat Scoliosis?
    2025/04/01
    In this episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we explore the role of chiropractic care in scoliosis treatment. While traditional chiropractic adjustments can help manage pain and improve function, they are not designed to correct scoliosis. Dr. Nalda explains the differences between general and specialized scoliosis chiropractic care, highlighting the importance of a multi-modal approach that actively reduces the spinal curve rather than just treating symptoms. If you or a loved one has scoliosis and is considering chiropractic care, this episode will help you understand the right approach to scoliosis treatment and why a specialized program is necessary for long-term improvements. Key Topics Covered: ✅ What is Scoliosis? – Understanding scoliosis as a three-dimensional spinal condition involving bending, twisting, and structural misalignment. ✅ Can General Chiropractic Care Treat Scoliosis? – Why traditional chiropractic care helps with pain relief but does not stop curve progression. ✅ The Difference Between Traditional and Scoliosis-Specific Chiropractic Care: Traditional Care: Low-dose, long-term adjustments focusing on pain relief. Scoliosis-Specific Care: High-dose, short-duration treatment (intensive care) aimed at reducing the curve. ✅ What Does Scoliosis-Specific Chiropractic Care Involve? Spinal adjustments combined with therapy, rehabilitation, bracing, and exercises. A multi-modal approach designed to correct the scoliosis curve, not just manage symptoms. ✅ Why Watching and Waiting is Risky: Many orthopedic doctors take a passive approach, recommending observation until surgery becomes necessary. Meanwhile, gravity and daily stressors continue to worsen the curve, leading to a more severe condition over time. ✅ The Importance of Proactive Treatment – How early intervention with scoliosis-specific chiropractic care can reduce the curve, restore spinal function, and prevent long-term complications. Key Takeaways: ➡️ Chiropractic care can be effective for scoliosis—but only when part of a specialized, structured program.➡️ Traditional chiropractic adjustments alone do not correct scoliosis.➡️ An intensive, high-dose approach using adjustments, rehabilitation, and therapy can help reduce the scoliosis curve.➡️ Watching and waiting allows scoliosis to progress, making future treatment more difficult. Resources & Links: 📘 Free Guide: How to Effectively Treat Scoliosis – Learn about non-surgical treatment options. Download at scoliosisreductioncenter.com/free. 🌐 Learn More – Find out if scoliosis-specific chiropractic care is right for you at scoliosisreductioncenter.com. 📩 Have Questions? – Let us know what topics you’d like covered in future episodes by commenting below. Subscribe & Stay Connected: 🔔 Never Miss an Episode! Subscribe and hit the bell icon to receive notifications when new content is published. Thank you for tuning in to Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda—your source for expert advice and proactive scoliosis care solutions. 🎧 Musicbed SyncID: MB01JPRETTYKU6K
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    10 分
  • Episode 146: What Is Moderate Scoliosis?

    Episode 146: What Is Moderate Scoliosis?
    2025/03/25
    In this episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we break down one of the most common diagnoses of scoliosis: moderate scoliosis. Dr. Nalda explains what moderate scoliosis means, how it’s measured, and why taking a proactive approach to treatment is so important. From understanding the risks of progression during growth spurts to exploring different treatment methods, this episode equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions about scoliosis care—whether for a child or as an adult. Key Topics Covered: ✅ What is Moderate Scoliosis? – Defined as a curve measuring 25-40 degrees using the Cobb angle. ✅ How Scoliosis Progresses – Why growth spurts (ages 11-13 for girls and 12-15 for boys) are critical, and why post menopause can also trigger progression in adults. ✅ Common Symptoms – Uneven shoulders, hips, rib changes, postural shifts, back pain (especially in adults), headaches, digestive issues, and sleep disturbances. ✅ Traditional Treatment Options: Observation: “Watch and wait” approach, common but risky during growth phases. Bracing: Boston brace or nighttime brace, aimed at preventing worsening but not reducing the curve. Symptom Treatment for Adults: Medications, injections, or addressing secondary issues like digestive discomfort—without focusing on the curve itself. ✅ Functional Approach to Scoliosis Care: Focus on reducing the curve size and restoring spinal function to prevent progression and improve overall health. Why early intervention is key—especially in children—to achieve the best long-term results. Key Takeaways: ➡️ Moderate scoliosis can progress into severe scoliosis, especially during growth spurts or later in life. ➡️ Monitoring growth signs (e.g., pants getting shorter, shoes getting tight) is crucial for timely evaluation. ➡️ Reducing the curve—not just watching or bracing—gives the best chance of slowing progression and avoiding surgery later. ➡️ There’s no benefit in waiting. Proactive, curve-focused treatment is always better than delaying care.
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    10 分
  • Episode 145: Can Scoliosis Weaken Your Immune System?

    Episode 145: Can Scoliosis Weaken Your Immune System?
    2025/03/18
    In this episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we explore the potential link between scoliosis and the immune system. While scoliosis is primarily a structural condition affecting the spine, emerging research suggests there may be indirect connections between scoliosis, inflammation, muscle remodeling, and immune function. Dr. Nalda breaks down these complex relationships and explains why addressing scoliosis proactively is key to supporting overall health and wellness. Key Topics Covered: ✅ Understanding Scoliosis – What makes scoliosis a 3D spinal condition, and why it tends to progress over time. ✅ How the Immune System Works – Your body’s defense mechanism against infections, viruses, and disease. ✅ Is There a Direct Link Between Scoliosis and Immunity? – Current research on potential connections, particularly in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. ✅ Inflammation, Stress & Cortisol – How the physical and emotional stress of scoliosis may contribute to inflammation and affect immune health. ✅ Muscle Remodeling & Immune Cells – The relationship between scoliosis-related muscle changes and immune system response. ✅ Proactive Treatment Approach – Why structurally addressing scoliosis is essential, regardless of its underlying cause, to minimize its impact on overall health. Key Takeaways: ➡️ While no conclusive direct link exists between scoliosis and immune system dysfunction, research suggests inflammation, muscle remodeling, and stress may create indirect connections. ➡️ Scoliosis is multifactorial, meaning its causes vary widely, and the condition can impact the body beyond just the spine. ➡️ Proactive scoliosis treatment helps reduce spinal curvature, improve body function, and may indirectly support a healthier immune response. Artlist.io 847544
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    9 分
  • Episode 144: Lordosis vs Kyphosis: The Differences & Similarities

    Episode 144: Lordosis vs Kyphosis: The Differences & Similarities
    2025/03/11
    In this episode of Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda, we dive into the critical differences between lordosis and kyphosis, exploring their role in spinal alignment, biomechanics, and overall health. Many patients worry about minor misalignments in their spine when viewed from the front, but the real concern often lies in the side view. Dr. Nalda explains why maintaining proper spinal curves is essential for strength, flexibility, and function—and what happens when these curves fall out of alignment. From hyperlordosis (excessive curvature) to hypolordosis (loss of curvature), we discuss how these conditions impact posture, spinal degeneration, and pain. Dr. Nalda emphasizes the importance of proactive treatment to restore spinal alignment and prevent long-term complications. Key Topics Covered: ✅ Spinal Curvatures & Their Functions – Understanding the natural S-shaped curve of the spine (lordosis in the neck and lower back, kyphosis in the mid-back). ✅ Hyperlordosis & Hypolordosis – What happens when the spine curves too much or too little? ✅ Hyperkyphosis & Hypokyphosis – How excessive or reduced mid-back curvature affects posture and biomechanics. ✅ Impact of Spinal Misalignments – Why poor spinal alignment can lead to pain, postural issues, and premature degeneration. ✅ The Role of Gravity & Time – How spinal misalignments worsen over time and why early intervention matters. ✅ Treatment Approaches – Steps you can take to restore healthy spinal curvature and prevent future issues. Artlist.io 847544
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  • Episode 143: Can Scoliosis Cause Hip Pain?

    Episode 143: Can Scoliosis Cause Hip Pain?
    2025/03/04
    Podcast Episode Summary: Understanding the Connection Between Scoliosis and Hip Pain Episode Title: Scoliosis and Its Impact on Hip Pain: Insights from Dr. Tony Nalda Introduction: Welcome to "Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda." In today’s episode, we delve into a common but often misunderstood symptom of scoliosis: hip pain. Dr. Nalda explains how scoliosis can lead to pain in various parts of the body, focusing particularly on the hips. Understanding Scoliosis and Its Systemic Effects: Scoliosis affects the spine but its implications can be felt throughout the body due to its influence on the central nervous system. This connection means scoliosis can impact organs, systems, and especially the musculoskeletal alignment, leading to pain and dysfunction beyond the spine. Pain Distribution in Scoliosis Patients: Adolescents: Typically, young patients do not experience pain directly due to scoliosis. Instead, the growth-related progression of scoliosis in children and teenagers tends to elongate the spine, which doesn’t compress tissues or nerves significantly. Adults: Contrarily, adults may experience pain as a result of scoliosis due to the compressive effects of gravity over time. This compression can lead to nerve pain and degenerative changes in the spine and other joints. Why Hip Pain Occurs: Hip pain in scoliosis patients can arise from several mechanisms: Asymmetrical Pressure: The uneven spinal alignment can put disproportionate pressure on one hip, leading to pain and accelerated joint degeneration. Nerve Pain: As the spinal curvature worsens, it may pinch or compress nerve pathways, leading to radiating pain that extends from the lower back down to the hips and legs. Postural Changes: Scoliosis often leads to a shift in posture, which can misalign the hips and create further imbalance and stress in the hip joints. Managing and Treating Hip Pain in Scoliosis: The key to managing hip pain linked to scoliosis lies in addressing the structural and postural issues: Realignment: By realigning the spine and correcting postural imbalances, it's possible to reduce the uneven forces exerted on the hips, which can alleviate pain and prevent further degeneration. Comprehensive Treatment: Dr. Nalda emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach that includes chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and possibly corrective bracing to enhance spinal alignment and function. Long-term Management Strategies: For adults, managing scoliosis and associated symptoms like hip pain involves not just symptomatic relief but also structural correction to slow down or halt the progression of degenerative changes. This approach can potentially reduce the need for more invasive treatments such as hip replacements in the future. Conclusion: Hip pain can indeed be a significant issue for individuals with scoliosis, particularly as they age. Dr. Nalda's insights underscore the importance of a holistic treatment approach that addresses both the cause and the symptoms of scoliosis. Call to Action: For more information on how to manage scoliosis and associated conditions, or to explore non-surgical treatment options, visit scoliosisreductioncenter.com. Subscribe to our podcast for more expert advice and real-life stories from scoliosis patients. Thank you for listening to "Scoliosis Treatment with Dr. Tony Nalda." Remember, effective management and early intervention can make a significant difference in quality of life for those living with scoliosis. Artlist.io 847544
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    8 分