Evaluation Scoliosis Treatment Session

Frequently Asked Questions

At this time, Mary Beth does not accept insurance.
This allows her to focus fully on individualized, one-on-one care tailored to your specific curve, movement patterns, and goals—offering more personalized attention, deeper assessment, and a plan designed specifically for your body, rather than following standardized guidelines set by insurance providers.
If you have out-of-network benefits, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement. We’re happy to provide documentation for you to submit to your insurance company.
First 15-minute call is free.
Evaluation is $175 for 1.5/hour
Treatment Sessions are $150/hour each.
Whether you opt for in-person or virtual treatment sessions, during your first appointment you can expect:
- PT Evaluation of medical history, review of xrays, MRI’s,
- Standing evaluation of spine
- Bending & Sitting: PT tests of strength and general mobility
- Bracing protocols (if applicable)
- Discussion of Schroth Method principles
- Application of Schroth principles to YOUR spine
- Breathing Exercises
- Schroth Exercises for improved posture, strength and stabilization of spine
- Home Program prescription
Wear comfortable clothing you can move in, and be willing to remove shirt for full view of spine.
- Your brace, if you have one
- X-rays, X-ray reports, MRI report, Dr. prescription (if you have one)
- List of questions you might have
- List of medications, if any
- If under 18, bring an adult
- Bring a form of payment (credit card)
- Water bottle
Virtual sessions also require:
- Computer with working camera, microphone and internet
- Mat/Yoga Mat
- Additional Props per Mary Beth’s advisement
The method is a physical therapy practice for individuals with scoliosis and kyphosis.
It can be used to treat patients with scoliosis and kyphosis of all ages and in all stages of treatment: before surgery, after surgery, and especially if surgery is not indicated. Through specific exercises and corrective breathing techniques, the method aims to elongate the trunk and correct the imbalances of the body. By developing the inner muscles of the rib cage, the method changes the shape of the upper trunk to correct any spinal abnormalities.
The result is a decrease in pain, slowing or halting of the curvature progression, and improved cardio-pulmonary function, mobility, and postural stability.
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Scolio-Pilates® is a specialized blend of Pilates and physical therapy designed to address the unique needs of those with scoliosis. It focuses on improving spinal alignment, strengthening key muscles, and enhancing breathing patterns—all tailored to your specific curvature. This method not only helps with posture and flexibility but also alleviates pain and improves overall body awareness.
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Your therapist will help determine how many visits per week/month are best for you based on the evaluation and other factors.
Most clients need once a week initially, for about a month, then decrease to once every 2 weeks, then once a month, depending on response to treatment.
You will be given a home exercise program (HEP) to be performed once a day.
Your progress and your success with the Schroth program will depend on your compliance with the HEP.
It is normal to feel soreness in the muscles of your back and around the spine after your sessions
and for 24 hours after, as you are working on strengthening the muscles that support your spine.
Feel free to use heat, or warm Epsom salt baths to relieve soreness, and drink plenty of water.