The Schroth Method

 

Please click here for a list of practitioners from around the world.  There is an awesome wesbite named Schroth Best Practices, which has heaps of information.

 

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In Wellington, New Zealand we have a Schroth Therapist located at Khandallah Physiotherapy Centre (https://kpc.co.nz/schroth).

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Schroth Exercises are customised for your unique spinal deformation.

 

The method teaches you how to:

 

• Correct spinal rotation and increase lung capacity with a rotational breathing technique.

• Help restore normal spinal position with pelvic corrections, breathing technique, and stabilizing isometric contractions.

• Improve your posture during routine daily living, not just during therapy.

 

What equipment do I need for the Schroth exercises ?

 

• An adjustable  webbing belt and strap which can be made up from material available at spotlight stores

• Rice filled vinyl pads and wedges (patterns are available in documents and folders page)

• Wall bars or a similar contraption (chin-up bars) that will allow the patient to hang or lean from. 

•  A small stool or step and a smaller (than the step) PVC cylinder.

• Theraband or theratubing

• 2 poles that are taller than the patient's overhead reach

 

Some Schroth equipment can be purchased here : http://www.schrothnyc.com/schroth-store.html

 

Please click on the links below for some do-it-yourself patterns.  These are thanks to Postural Physiotherapy:

 

• Large Rectangular Pattern

• Small Rectangular Pattern

• Large Wedge

• Small Wedge

• Standard Wall Bar Design

 

Wedges should be made out of vinyl for durability.