Abby KraaiNov 28, 20233 min readYoga for Back Care: Sat, Dec 2Two years ago, I tried to lift an extremely heavy box into my cart at Lowe’s. In my heart of hearts, I knew it was a stupid idea, but I...
Abby KraaiOct 23, 20233 min read21 Years Later: Reflections on Scoliosis Surgery, Death, & JoyTwenty-one years ago today, I went under anesthesia and wondered if I would ever wake up. I remember sitting in a wheelchair, in a...
Abby KraaiJun 26, 20234 min readWhat is “normal activity” after spinal fusion?A few months before my scoliosis surgery, I asked my doctor a question: “How restricted will my movement be, once my spine is fused?” I...
Abby KraaiJun 20, 20233 min readWhat is Yoga with Scoliosis?Years ago, I decided I would no longer teach Yoga for Scoliosis & Spinal Fusion. It had nothing to do with the content or clientele - I...
Abby KraaiSep 27, 20214 min readYoga with Scoliosis & Spinal Fusion: 4 Key Actions4 key actions for Yoga with Scoliosis & Spinal Fusion: Length, strength, side-bends, and twists!
Abby KraaiSep 20, 20213 min readMy Spine, My Body, My Love.I have started to ask myself, "Who am I because of my scoliosis and spinal fusion? How has my spine influenced me?"
Abby KraaiSep 17, 20173 min readYoga for Scoliosis: A Weekend WorkshopYoga for scoliosis is not about being deficient or less able. It is about gaining a greater understanding of our bodies, and feeling alive.