The SCF has announced a 2006 initiative to Protect Our Dancers (P.O.D.)
Due to the importance of early screening in the correction and management of Scoliosis, the Foundation has adopted a new initiative to educate and screen those families that are at the most risk for developing the disease. Many of our advisors agree with a 1986 report out of The New England Journal of Medicine that 24% of dancers studied were afflicted with scoliosis. This compared to a 3% incidence in the general population represents an increased risk of 10 fold . Dr. Gary Deutchman, Founder and CEO of the Foundation believes; .”Educating families who have the most risk, makes the most sense.”
The Scoliosis Care Foundation is actively seeking to participate in Dance Events for 2006 and 2007. If your group is interested in having the Foundation as a guest or sponsor, please contact us at 1-800-281-5010
