Sarah Michelle Gellar Sarah Michelle Gellar is best known for her role in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and most recently starred in the series “Ringer”. Gellar suffers from scoliosis but that does not deter her from wearing backless evening gowns! “I grew up with, and I still have, major scoliosis. Growing up in Manhattan, you … Read more
Rebecca Romijn / Actress / Model It hard to believe that the beautiful, confident actress and former fashion model Rebecca Romijn once felt insecure about her scoliosis. Known for her role as Mystique in the X-Men films, and for her recurring role on the television series Ugly Betty experienced some. “Everyone knows what it feels … Read more
Princess Eugenie – Granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson’s eldest daughter Princess Eugenie (the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II) has revealed that she underwent an intense surgery when she was 12 to repair a severe curvature of the spine. The Princess opened up about the memory during a visit to London’s … Read more
Madonna’s Daughter – Lourdes Ciccone Leon Lourdes Ciccone Leon is the daughter of pop icon Madonna. She helped to design her mom’s “Material Girl” line of clothes for teenage girls and has become a fashion icon in her own right. Lourdes even performs alongside her mother as a backup dancer on her musical tour and … Read more
Kurt Cobain (1967– 1994) was an American singer-songwriter, musician and artist, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the grunge band Nirvana. He spoke of his scoliosis as inspiration for his music. “… I have scoliosis. I had minor scoliosis in junior high, and since I’ve been playing guitar ever since, the weight … Read more
Scientists and doctors have discovered that King Tutankhamun may have had Scoliosis. There was a “U” shaped headrest found that scientists believe was a headrest for Tut to keep his head and his spine in a straight line. Evidence also showed that one of Tut’s children buried with him may have also had Scoliosis. This … Read more
Isabella Rossellini is an Italian actress, filmmaker, author, philanthropist, and model. Rossellini is most known for her roles in movies such as Blue Velvet and Death Becomes Her. Born and raised in Rome, Santa Marinella, and Paris, at the age of 13, she was diagnosed with scoliosis. Isabella went through an 18 month ordeal of … Read more
General Douglas MacArthur beat Scoliosis without bracing or surgery! Douglas MacArthur: What Greater Honor. Pages 25-33 “He had the grades to qualify for entrance to West Point, but when he went for his preliminary physical examination, he received shocking news. The doctor informed MacArthur that he had curvature of the spine and was medically unfit … Read more
Kyphosis – Definition, Symptoms & Treatment What is Kyphosis? What Causes Kyphosis? Types of Kyphosis Diagnosis Treatment What is Kyphosis? The thoracic spine (mid to upper back) is naturally curved outward. This is referred to as a “kyphotic curve”. However, the term “Kyphosis” can also be used to describe an excessive outward curvature in … Read more
Elizabeth Taylor had scoliosis and suffered back problems all her life. In October 2004 she underwent spinal surgery to repair seven compression fractures in her spine. “My body’s a real mess,” she stated in a 2004 interview at the age of 72. “I’ve become one of those poor little women who’s bent sideways. I feel … Read more
Usain Bolt is a Jamaican sprinter and a five-time World and three-time Olympic gold medalist. He is the world record and Olympic record holder in the 100 meters, the 200 meters and the 4×100 meters relay. He is the reigning Olympic champion in these three events, and is one of only seven athletes to win … Read more
Maritza Correia American Olympic Gold Medal Swimmer Maritza Correia was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 7, her doctor urged her to take swim lessons or gymnastics as her course of treatment. Since Maritza lived in Puerto Rico with access to many beaches she opted for swimming and the rest is history. When she … Read more