Almonte Physical Therapy & Schroth

When I found Cindy 5 years ago, I thought I would be in pain for the duration of my life! Not only has she brought relief from chronic migraines, she has taught me how to take care of my spine and neck so that I do not have to visit her often. I am forever grateful for her wisdom and gifted ability to treat exactly what needs to be treated efficiently. She is THE BEST!

I can't recommend Cindy enough! As a 50 year old woman, I struggled with constant pain due to scoliosis, my life felt completely dictated by my condition. I was in pain 24/7, and it affected every aspect of my daily routine. I had almost lost hope. However, discovering Cindy and her expertise in the Schroth Method has truly been life-changing. From our very first session, it was clear that Cindy is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also deeply caring and enthusiastic about helping her patients. She took the time to understand my specific challenges and tailored a program that fit my needs perfectly. On that first session I had been complaining of extreme pain in my lower back area that was unbearable for at least the last few years. After just one session of exercises and manual therapy, with her skilled hands of an angel, I walked away pain free! Years of pain gone after one session! The exercises she taught me have significantly decreased my pain levels, allowing me to reclaim my life! (She records you doing the exercises so you dont forget when you get home...very helpful!) Her office is a beautiful, clean space that promotes healing and comfort, making each visit a pleasure. Cindy's professionalism shines through in every interaction, and her positive energy makes each session something I look forward to. If you’re struggling with scoliosis or chronic pain, I can’t recommend Cindy enough—she truly has a gift for helping others! Thank you Cindy!!

My daughter has moderate scoliosis and we found out during Covid. Her seasoned orthopedic doctor said she needs a brace to prevent the curvature from advancing to prevent surgery but there was not much more we could do to improve the situation. It was devastating to say the least. I started doing my own research and learned about Schroth. Every time I read the materials and looked at the pictures on Cindy’s website, I got chills. I knew we had to sign up with Cindy and it was the best thing we did for my daughter. Cindy is such a positive light and her passion for Schroth and helping people shines through. My daughter’s curvature has improved so much! She’s walking in confidence and even wears tank tops now! Thank you Cindy for not only teaching her Schroth, but most importantly for giving her hope! We love Cindy!

Cynthia is a miracle worker! I am an adult who underwent scoliosis surgery and had some postoperative complications. I investigated her looking for a PT who could help me maintain the progress I made with the surgery. The location is clean & zen. Cynthia listened to my issues, examined me and did manual treatments. She taught me exercises to do and sent the video instructions. What a great idea!! She also taught me how to incorporate Schroth into my daily activities. The results have been amazing. I would highly recommend Cynthia to anyone with a scoliosis diagnosis.

I’ve really enjoyed working with Cindy and am so glad I found her. As an adult who was diagnosed with scoliosis in my pre-teens, I had tried bracing, general physical therapy, Chinese qi gong, and chiropractic adjustments. I’d grown to be very self-conscious and defeated about my back and figured I’d have pain forever. Nothing helped with the chronic pain or appearance until I tried Schroth with Cindy. Now, my back is visibly straighter (though, not completely straight) and I enjoy life with virtually no back pain. When I first met Cindy, my pain level was at about a 8-9 on a scale of 1-10, 10 being most painful and 1 being not painful at all. Now I hover between 1-2 and am fairly confident in knowing how to ease flare-ups. During our first meeting, she took measurements and pictures of my back. Cindy was kind and reassuring which is helpful given how vulnerable the process can feel. I opted to buy a 20 session package which was a little pricy, but worth it in my opinion. During each 2-hour session, she would start with asking about pain areas, manual physical therapy/ manipulating my back, and then teach me specific scratch exercises to target problem areas. She then recorded each exercise and would send them to me for reference. In moments when I’ve had flare-ups, she was kind enough to give me a call and guide me through specific exercises and movements to do and avoid. I liked Cindy’s approach because there’s no judgement and she works with you to find a solution that works for you. The Schroth exercises are a pain in the a** (sorry Cindy) as they take 30 minutes a day every day but the progress is SIGNIFICANT and worth it. This was money well spent and I would do it again.

I would highly recommend Cindy Almonte for anyone taking a conservative approach to treating scoliosis. When my daughter first started working with Cindy three years ago, at 12 years old, she had a severe lumbar curve well in surgical range with significant rotation. Today, at 15, my daughter now has a moderate S curve, minimal rotation, but most importantly, she is pain free. Also, my daughter's shoulder and pelvis heights are symmetrical. I am thankful my daughter has Cindy’s expertise. Because of Schroth Method, Cindy’s guidance, and my daughter’s dedication - my daughter is out of surgical range and pain free! Cindy offers both in person and on line classes. My daughter mostly participates on line, however, when we see Cindy in person, she is always optimistic and encouraging – she works well with youth and teens. Again, I would highly recommend the services provided by Cindy at Almonte Physical Therapy & Schroth.

When I came to Cynthia I was in incredible pain. After working with her for several months in individual and group sessions, I am now pain free!! I had tried other forms of PT before coming to Cynthia, but traditional PT simply didn't work for me. I had learned that Schroth was a proven method for teens, but I wasn't sure whether it could make a difference for an adult like me. When I first met with Cynthia, I could tell immediately that she has a wealth of expertise when it comes to scoliosis. She has an incredible knowledge of the body and how it works. Cynthia created a personalized assessment and treatment plan for me. The early sessions were challenging and I wasn't sure if I was going to figure it out. But as I stuck with it, I could tell that it was making a tremendous difference in my pain. With her patient guidance, I figured it out. Now with any twinge of discomfort, I know how to adjust my posture to reduce / prevent pain. She also offers a wide range of services for clients to fit their needs. Her group classes on zoom have been incredibly helpful in keeping up with my exercises. As I've continued to work with her, she has been adapting her techniques with me over time to increase my strength along with correction of my curvature. I would highly recommend Cynthia for anyone with scoliosis!!!

We we’re so fortunate to find almonte physical therapy. We have so much respect to Cynthia! She is the best physical therapist that we could wish for. She is so knowledgeable and absolutely excellent at what she does. She gives her 110% and does it with at most love and care. The results are immediate. I would highly recommend her!