Rigo Concept BSPTS

This November, we’re excited to announce a Level 3 course in the USA!💪🎉

The course will take place in Boston, MA, from November 1st to 6th. It will be led by the exceptional teacher Nuria Puigdevall, with support from Garikoitz Aristegui and Amy Sbihli.

DIFFERENT APPROACHES TO SCOLIOSIS: Classification of Scoliosis Based on Age of Onset

Idiopathic scoliosis develops and progresses during growth, which is why the SRS classifies it into three groups based on the age of onset. Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common form.

• Infantile scoliosis: 0-2 years and 11 months
• Juvenile scoliosis: 3-9 years and 11 months
• Adolescent scoliosis: 10-17 years and 11 months

Our magnificent professors, Yuming Ding .bspts and Sungyoung Yoon .yoon, were honored to have been invited as speakers at the 2nd ACPR Prehab & Rehab Exercise Conference. On Saturday, October 19, 2024, they had the invaluable opportunity to present conservative scoliosis treatment methods and share the Rigo Concept BSPTS approach in South Korea. They were dedicated to promoting the Rigo Concept BSPTS in the future.

The 2nd ACPR Prehab & Rehab Exercise Conference was hosted by ACPR and organized by ACPR Korea and KIMES Busan. The event took place from October 19 to 20, 2024, at BEXCO, Busan. The conference focused on Prehab—exercises aimed at maintaining optimal health before pain arises—and Rehab, which included exercises to restore daily functionality after treatment.

Website: www.acprgroup.com

The final Rigo Concept-BSPTS course of 2025 for orthopedic technicians will be held in Valencia.🎉

This is the second Level Two course for orthopedic technicians organized this year, and it will be led by Mina Jelacic and Garikoitz Aristegui

The course will be held on December 10-13 in Valencia, Spain.

And we return to another magnificent Level 2 course held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan!

This time, the magnificent professor Yumin Ding .bspts was in charge of conducting this course with 10 students.

Before the course, many participants felt unsure about managing scoliosis patients. With Teacher Yumin Ding’s guidance, therapists gained valuable practical experience through the Rigo Concept, assessments, hands-on teaching, and observation.

It was gratifying to see their confusion turn into confidence. Participants learned that treating scoliosis isn’t just about focusing on angles but addressing each patient’s unique case. The Rigo Concept emphasizes precise guidance and a strong knowledge base, significantly enhancing their skills.

Organized by BalanSpine Scoliosis Clinic, the course was a valuable experience for all. We look forward to seeing everyone in Level 2 🎉🌟

SCOLIOSIS TREATMENT OPTIONS:

As treatment options, depending on the person's characteristics, there are different choices:
1. Surgical treatment
2. Non-surgical or conservative treatment
This is primarily based on:
• Observation or monitoring
• Specific physiotherapy exercises for scoliosis (PSSE)
• Brace treatment

We are pleased to announce the last course of this 2025! 🌟And it will be nothing less than a Level 2 in Taiwan!

Join us for the Level 2 course in Taipei, led by Chin-Ten Tseng.

The course will take place from December 3 to 8 in Taipei, Taiwan.

For more information, please feel free to contact us via email at:
[email protected]

TYPES OF SCOLIOSIS

No Morphological Scoliosis:
• Postural
• Hysterical
• Root irritation
• Inflammatory
• Dissymmetry
• Hip flexor contractures
• …….

Morphological Scoliosis:

• Idiopathic (75%-80%)
• Neuromuscular (5%-7%)
• Congenital (10%)
• Recklinghausen (2%-3%)
• Others (Marfan, Beals, ...Tumours)

We are thrilled to announce another upcoming course for NOVEMBER!

Join us for our Level 1 course in St. Petersburg, taugth by Natalia Pugacheva .nv

The course will be held from November 22nd to 27th in St. Petersburg, Russia.

For more information, please reach out via email at [email protected]

Meet the Teachers: Andreea G. Vîrban

Andreea G. Vîrban is a distinguished instructor of Rigo Concept-BSPTS and a physiotherapist based in Craiova, Romania. She has a solid academic background that supports her professional expertise. Andreea completed her License in Physical Therapy and Special Motricity at the University of Physical Education and Sports in Craiova and went on to earn a Master’s in Physiotherapy and Neuromotor Recovery from the same institution.

She specializes in motor recovery treatments, applying advanced techniques in both her teaching and clinical practice. Andreea is highly skilled in specific therapies aimed at functional and neuromotor recovery, where she stands out in both therapeutic and educational settings.

One of the Base Courses we held last September took place in Taipei, Taiwan, with the magnificent teacher Chin-Yen Tseng. 🇹🇼

There were 11 students who attended, coming from different parts of Taiwan and Hong Kong, to participate in this three-day base course. During these days, Chin-Yen provided exceptional training to prepare them for the upcoming levels. It was an enriching experience for both the students and the teacher.

These were some of the comments left by the students: "I have a new understanding of the correct treatment methods for scoliosis. Thank you for bringing new knowledge to Taiwan." Another student remarked, "The course content is rich, and the explanations are simple and easy to understand!" One more added, "I believe this can help those with scoliosis!"

We are excited to see them soon in Level 1 and continue supporting them in their development.🤗💪

This October, we will have several Rigo Concept-BSPTS courses around the world!🎉🤗

There will be eight Level 1 courses held in different locations:

- Krakow, Poland: From October 5th to 10th, with Mateusz Kozinoga. 🇵🇱
- Taiwan: Two courses from October 8th to 13th, one in Taipei with Chin-Yen Tseng, and the other in Kaohsiung with Yumin Ding. 🇹🇼
- Melbourne, Australia: From October 14th to 19th, with Rebecca Harding. 🇦🇺
- San Jose, CA, USA, and Sao Paulo, Brazil: From October 21st to 26th. In San Jose with Beth Janssen, and in Sao Paulo with Eleonora de Paula and Thais Bojadsen. 🇺🇸 🇧🇷
- Barcelona, Spain: From October 22nd to 27th, with Nuria Puigdevall and Monica Villagrasa. 🇪🇸
- Cairo, Egypt: From October 27th to November 1st, with Garikoitz Aristegui and Borislav Chongov. 🇪🇬

As for the Level 2 courses, we will have two:

- Bukhara, Uzbekistan: From October 12th to 17th, with Garikoitz Aristegui, Iurii Kukelev, and Borislav Chongov. 🇺🇿
- Boston, MA, USA: From October 21st to 26th, with Amy Sbihli. 🇺🇸

We are excited to announce another Level 1 course in the USA!

Join us for the Level 1 course in Stevens Point, led by Beth Janssen.

The course will take place from November 1st to 6th in Stevens Point, WI, USA

For more information, feel free to contact us via email at:
[email protected]

Intense Days of Learning at PSSE Level 3 in Banja Koviljača!

The days spent in Level 3 of PSSE at Banja Koviljača, Serbia, have been filled with intense learning for both students and teachers. Under the exceptional guidance of Professor Nuria Puigdevall, everyone is experiencing significant growth, with the valuable support of Garikoitz Aristegui and Nuria Villagrasa.

And with many more days and moments ahead, there’s still much to learn and experience.

TYPES OF NON-STRUCTURAL SCOLIOSIS?

- Postural
- Hysterical
- Root irritation
- Imflammatory
- Dissymmetry
- Hip flexor contractures
- ...

SERBIA AWAITS!!!

The annual teachers' meeting and preparation week for Rigo Concept BSPTS Level 3 is here.🎉

This week, the school's instructors will gather in Banja Koviljača, Serbia, to collaborate and deepen their knowledge under the guidance of expert Nuria Puigdevall, focusing on the BSPTS Level 3.📚🇷🇸

It promises to be a week full of intense learning and hard work, but also an opportunity to create lasting memories and share meaningful moments. Together, we continue to grow and advance our mission to provide the best care and education to our students and patients.

We’re excited to share that we have another course coming up in November.

Join us for our Level 1 course in Poznań, taught by Mateusz Kozinoga

The course will be held from November 9th to 14th in Poznań, Poland.

For more information, please reach out via email at [email protected].

Meet the Teacher: Amy Sbihli

Amy Sbihli is a certified Rigo Concept-BSPTS teacher, specializing in scoliosis and posture correction. Based in Massachusetts, USA, she is also the Owner and Clinician at Spine Academy Physical Therapy, PLLC, where she has been practicing since 2016.

Amy holds a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Michigan (U-M) and earned both her Master’s and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Washington University School of Medicine. Her extensive knowledge and experience allow her to offer comprehensive and personalized treatments, helping her patients improve their posture, spinal health, and overall well-being.

We are excited to announce our first Level 3 course in the USA!

Join us for the Level 3 course in Boston, led by Nuria Puigdevall, Amy Sbihli, and Garikoitz Aristegui.

The course will take place from November 1st to 6th in Boston, MA, USA.

For more information, feel free to contact us via email at:
[email protected], [email protected], or [email protected].

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN STRUCTURAL AND NON-STRUCTURAL SCOLIOSIS

- Strucutral Scoliosis:
Clinically, with a positive Adams test.
Presence of a lateral curve and vertebral rotation on an X-ray.
According to the SRS, when measuring the curve using the Cobb Angle in lateral flexion or supine position, we are unable to reverse it.

- Non-Structural Scoliosis:
When the curvature disappears in the anterior flexion test.
Also known as non-morphologic, or functional.