Investing in Your Spine: Teresa’s Story
When Teresa was a child, she was diagnosed with scoliosis, a curvature of the spine that can cause uneven shoulders or hips, discomfort, and limited mobility. She wore a brace until she passed puberty, and at school that diagnosis often meant being kept on the sidelines in gym class, watching others move while she was told her spine would likely limit her activities for life.
Later, during graduate school, the long days of studying and sitting began to take a toll on Teresa’s spine health. One night, the pain was so intense it woke her from sleep. “I felt like I couldn’t move without hurting,” she recalls. Desperate for relief, she reached out to a chiropractor for the first time, and the care helped her ease and manage the pain enough to stay on track with her studies and finish her degree.
After experiencing first-hand the difference chiropractic care could make for her scoliosis and quality of life, Teresa decided to make it a consistent part of her self-care routine. For the past two years, she has been a patient of Dr. Karishma Kapoor. Together, they developed a plan that not only helps Teresa manage pain but also supports her long-term health and mobility.
Dr. Kapoor’s approach was thorough from the very first appointment, taking the time to understand Teresa’s history, day-to-day activities, and overall health goals. She offered practical, everyday tips for spinal health, like being mindful of her sleep position, that Teresa could put into practice immediately. Alongside chiropractic care, Dr. Kapoor’s care plan also incorporated massage and acupuncture, all with the goal of improving Teresa’s mobility, managing pain, and improving her quality of life.
For Teresa, long hours at a desk are still part of daily life, but with Dr. Kapoor’s support, she’s built new habits that protect her spine. “Before seeing a chiropractor, I had chronic pain, and I often felt uncertain about what my body could handle. After working with a chiropractor, I can finally manage my scoliosis and have the confidence to do activities I love, like working out and reaching my fitness goals.”