Life After Curve Scoliosis Charity

"Hikers Barbados and local charity Life-After Curve took to the streets yesterday morning (22nd January, 2017) to educate the public about the challenges faced by people who suffer from scoliosis. The inaugural hike was done to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of scoliosis among children and adults, and raise funds for those who need immediate assistance. The hike, which made stops at historic landmarks on the South Coast, was headed by historian Trevor Marshall and was attended by scoliosis patients, parents and guardians. The hikers interacted with curious onlookers, supplying them with information and accepting donations along the two-mile trail. In an interview with Barbados TODAY, president of Life-After Curve Blanche Goring quoted statistics from the National Scoliosis Foundation (NSF), which indicated that...." Read more at Barbados Today

On Sunday, 22nd January 2017, the first fundraising event for this charity was held. Below are some captures from the informative event. President of Life After Curve Scoliosis was in the moment of registering participants that arrived. Historian Trevor Marshall (blue,black and yellow shirt) showing participants some distinguished persons in the photograph. One of these persons was the Right Honourable Errol Walton Barrow posing by the Harp Gun. We were able to see the Harp Gun; Mr. Marshall relayed information about the Harp Gun and the history behind it. This information was very beneficial for the participants since they were able to learn important things about Barbados. Participants hiking along the pathway. Some time was taken to snap some group photos. Banner:compliments of B3 Imaging Inc. The family at Life After Curve Scoliosis is very appreciative of the persons that came out to support; we would also like to extent thanks to Trevor Marshall, Hik...

This will be our first event for 2017 as well as our charity. Below has a picture of our flyer that outlines the date, time, location, and other information.

 ❝I first discovered I had scoliosis at age 11 . Sucks right ? My cousin/needlework was the first to recognise it. At that time I was now going in Class 4 at Ellerton Primary School. My parents then searched through the directory for nearby chiropractors. We then found one by the name of Dr. Adrian Sealy who examined me and then told me I would have to wear a brace. He then wrote a referral letter to Carib Rehab for me to get braced up but for some reason we ended up at Carib Supply. When we got there one of the workers stated that I'll need surgery. All that was going through me mind was "Why would I need surgery? I'm only a child. At age 11, I thought surgery would've kill me or cripple me. Anyways, My parents decided that I won't get the surgery. I then graduated from primary school, off to Secondary. school. I passed for The Lester Vaughan Secondary. My parents saw my back wasn't getting any better so we then called Carib Rehab and made an appoin...

❝Hey everyone, my name is Leiandra and I am 19 years old. My scoliosis was discovered when I was 11, from that age I was waiting for surgery but I only got it a week before my 18th birthday. I have been through so much with scoliosis. I was bullied from primary school to secondary school, it was hard for me because people never wanted to understand scoliosis. Some people even made fun at it. A teacher asked me why I was 'putting on that walk'. I responded by saying that this is the way I walk. He replied by saying that I was following the other children. I tried to explain but he didn't want to hear. I now have my surgery done and now these same people want to be my friend, I did not allow it to happen though. Despite this, my story will never end. When I was on the bed lying down in the hospital, I heard a voice talking to me. It said, 'You will be okay.' I never really understood it and how the voice was talking to me while I was in there.❞

❝ My scoliosis journey began at the age of 7 or 8 at a time when I was now beginning to understand who I am and since then I always knew I was not an average 7 year old girl. I knew something was wrong with the way I stand and walk . I knew a lot of clothing looked different on me. I was diagnosed with scoliosis at about 8 years old and with a severe curve at a young age. In my country Guyana, scoliosis is over looked. People don't even know what it really is so being treated for scoliosis was kinda difficult and even with the little treatment I did receive like therapy my curve was still unstoppable resulting in me having to do surgery. I did surgery at the age of 17 with a 180 degrees threatening curve in India. My surgery did not go as plan and unfortunately they were some complications. I'm now in a wheelchair working hard in rehabilitation to gain back function which is all going good. After my experience, I've been using myself to bring awareness and help gir...

One year ago on July the 22nd (2014) , my life had changed drastically for the better. I am very grateful to you, Dr. Emans, for doing my surgery successfully on that day. I also want to thank nurses Jenny and Michael for taking great care of me while I was recuperating. I have been recovering well throughout this year and I am surely looking forward to participate in swimming and volleyball. I am not experiencing pain in my spinal area. However my shoulder blades hurt at times, especially the left one. In all, my family and I are appreciative for your excellent work, loving care from the nurses, great friends met on the way, in addition to the financial assistance from Sandy Lane Charitable Trust. One day I would like to pay everyone a visit. Thank you for everything and may the Lord bless you all.  Love,  Alexis Corbin                                        ...